Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S5200

Lets examine more in depth at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and S5200 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was launched 5 years earlier than the S5200 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-FC100 scores versus the S5200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Nikon Coolpix S5200. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Nikon S5200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC100 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S5200 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the S5200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and S5200 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and S5200.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S5200 to render more detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.