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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
  • 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Nikon S30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
  • Launched February 2012
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Casio EX-FC100 versus Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the S30 (10MP) is fairly close but the EX-FC100 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") use different sensor sizing.

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The EX-FC100 was announced 4 years before the S30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-FC100 scores versus the S30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Nikon S30

 EX-FC100 S30 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Casio EX-FC100

 S30 EX-FC100 
LaunchedFebruary 2012January 2009Newer by 37 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon S30

 EX-FC100 S30 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 has got outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S30 has sizing of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC100 and the S30.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and S30 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and S30.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-FC100 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S30 will result in more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC100
Portrait photography with Nikon S30
27
you can focus manually
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
25
offers face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography details
Nikon S30 Street photography details
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
51
environment sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Sports photography camera
24
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed focal length (()mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
29
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
environment sealing
slow fps (1.5 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Travel photography camera
52
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (9 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.6)
52
environment sealing
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (214 grams)
MP count low (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Landscape photography camera
32
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
sensor resolution not great (9 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
26
environment sealing
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging features
Nikon S30 Vlogging features
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
23
offers face detection autofocus
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (214g)
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon S30
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Nikon Coolpix S30
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-01-08 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 9MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3456 x 2592 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 29-87mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.5 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 grams (0.34 pounds) 214 grams (0.47 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 - 240 shots
Battery form - AA
Battery ID NP-40 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $300 $119