Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 201g - 104 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Introduced June 2013

Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Casio EX-FH100 versus Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-FH100 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-FH100 was announced 4 years earlier than the S31 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-FH100 matches up against the S31 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH100 over the Nikon S31
EX-FH100 | S31 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Casio EX-FH100
S31 | EX-FH100 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH100 and Nikon S31
EX-FH100 | S31 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FH100 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Nikon S31 has proportions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-FH100 versus Nikon S31 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-FH100 versus the S31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH100 and S31 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FH100 and S31.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The EX-FH100 provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more aged EX-FH100 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH100 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $299 | $90 |