Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600
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Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 384g - 120 x 68 x 49mm
- Released November 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2014

Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-10 and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and S3600 (20MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and S3600 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-10 was announced very close to the S3600 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-10 matches up against the S3600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-10 over the Nikon S3600
EX-10 | S3600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Casio EX-10
S3600 | EX-10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-10 and Nikon S3600
EX-10 | S3600 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same generation |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-10 features outside dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Nikon S3600 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Casio EX-10 and Nikon S3600 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-10 versus the S3600.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-10 and S3600 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-10 and S3600.
As you can tell, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-10 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S3600 will result in greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-10 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-10 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-10 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-11-14 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear LCD with 180 degree upward tilt | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 250 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, off, fill-in, redeye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 384 grams (0.85 lb) | 125 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 68 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 455 photos | 230 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-130A | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $456 | $200 |