Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31
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Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 132g - 100 x 55 x 18mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2015

Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the L31 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S200 was launched 5 years prior to the L31 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-S200 scores versus the L31 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Nikon Coolpix L31. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Nikon L31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S200 over the Nikon L31
EX-S200 | L31 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Casio EX-S200
L31 | EX-S200 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2010 | More recent by 54 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-S200 and Nikon L31
EX-S200 | L31 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S200 provides physical dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon L31 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S200 versus the L31.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and L31 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S200 and L31.
All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L31 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-S200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon L31 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Nikon Coolpix L31 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Nikon Coolpix L31 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-03 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132g (0.29 lb) | 160g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 200 photographs |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery model | NP-120 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $0 |