Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon Df

Its time to look a little more closely at the Casio EX-S200 versus Nikon Df, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the Df (16MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-S200 (1/2.3") and Df (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-S200 was manufactured 4 years prior to the Df and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S200 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-S200 grades versus the Df in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Nikon Df. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Nikon Df Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S200 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon Df has measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-S200 versus Nikon Df in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-S200 against the Df.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and Df is 96 and 59 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S200 and Df.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-S200 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon Df will give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-S200 is going to be behind in sensor tech.