Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S3100

The following is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and S3100 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was introduced 3 years before the S3100 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-S5 scores vs the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S5 provides outside measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Nikon S3100 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S5 versus Nikon S3100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the S3100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and S3100 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and S3100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S3100 to give you extra detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.