Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2010

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was unveiled 9 months before the S5100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-FC150 scores versus the S5100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Nikon Coolpix S5100. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Nikon S5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Nikon S5100
EX-FC150 | S5100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Casio EX-FC150
S5100 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | November 2009 | Fresher by 9 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Nikon S5100
EX-FC150 | S5100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC150 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Nikon S5100 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC150 and the S5100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC150 and S5100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and S5100.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S5100 to give greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC150 vs Nikon S5100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-11-16 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173 gr (0.38 lb) | 132 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NP-40 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $350 | $200 |