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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10

Portability
97
Imaging
32
Features
12
Overall
24
Casio Exilim EX-S5 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A10 front
Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
23
Overall
33

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Key Specs

Casio EX-S5
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Nikon A10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2016
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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Overview

Below is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon A10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and A10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the A10 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-S5 grades vs the A10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Nikon A10

 EX-S5 A10 
Focus manually More precise focus

Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Casio EX-S5

 A10 EX-S5 
LaunchedJanuary 2016January 2009More recent by 85 months
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon A10

 EX-S5 A10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 features physical measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Nikon A10 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon A10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-S5 vs the A10.

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and A10 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and A10.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon A10 to offer more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older EX-S5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S5 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon A10 as a Portrait photography camera
25
you can focus manually
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (9MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
36
decent MP (16MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-S5
Street photography with Nikon A10
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition in class (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S5 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon A10 as a Sports photography camera
16
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (9MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
37
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (16MP)
low frames per second (1.2 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S5 Travel photography highlights
Nikon A10 Travel photography highlights
53
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
MP count low (9 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
62
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (160 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S5 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon A10 as a Landscape photography camera
27
you can focus manually
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (9 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
39
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S5 Vlogging information
Nikon A10 Vlogging information
22
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
30
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic support
heavier than competition in class (160g)
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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon A10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S5 and Nikon A10
 Casio Exilim EX-S5Nikon Coolpix A10
General Information
Brand Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S5 Nikon Coolpix A10
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2016-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 9 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 115 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/2s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.2 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.60 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes - Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 100g (0.22 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 life - 200 pictures
Style of battery - AA
Battery ID NP-80 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $130 $90