Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S01

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S01, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-S5 (9MP) and the S01 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") feature totally different sensor size.

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The EX-S5 was brought out 5 years prior to the S01 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-S5 matches up against the S01 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Nikon Coolpix S01. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Nikon S01 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Nikon S01 has measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S01 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S5 against the S01.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and S01 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and S01.

To sum up, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-S5 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S01 will produce more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.