Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon S100

Below is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon S100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was introduced 7 months before the S100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-H30 scores versus the S100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Nikon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon S100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the S100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and S100 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and S100.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-H30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.