Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900
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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and S2900 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-S5 was released 7 years before the S2900 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-S5 scores versus the S2900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Nikon S2900
EX-S5 | S2900 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Casio EX-S5
S2900 | EX-S5 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | January 2009 | Newer by 73 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon S2900
EX-S5 | S2900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 features outside measurements 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 S2900 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon S2900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the S2900.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and S2900 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and S2900.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S2900 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
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 | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 | 100 grams (0.22 lb) | 119 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $130 | $117 |