Casio EX-100 vs Nikon P600

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and P600 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and P600 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was introduced within a month of the P600 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-100 scores against the P600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-100 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon P600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-100 and the P600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and P600 is 83 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and P600.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-100 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon P600 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively.