Casio EX-100 vs Nikon S8100

Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon S8100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and S8100 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was brought out 3 years later than the S8100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-100 grades against the S8100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-100 against the S8100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and S8100 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and S8100.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The EX-100 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The fresher EX-100 will have an edge in sensor tech.