Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj
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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2010

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and S1100pj (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S5 was brought out 19 months before the S1100pj making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-S5 matches up against the S1100pj for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Nikon S1100pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Nikon S1100pj
EX-S5 | S1100pj | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Casio EX-S5
S1100pj | EX-S5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+345k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon S1100pj
EX-S5 | S1100pj | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1100pj has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon S1100pj in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-S5 against the S1100pj.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and S1100pj is 97 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and S1100pj.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S1100pj to offer you greater detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older EX-S5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S1100pj Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-08-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100 grams (0.22 lb) | 180 grams (0.40 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") |
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 model | NP-80 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $399 |