Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S9100

Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Nikon S9100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and S9100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was released 3 years prior to the S9100 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-FC100 matches up against the S9100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-FC100 versus Nikon S9100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the S9100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and S9100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and S9100.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S9100 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.