Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2011
Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-S7 was announced 11 months before the S3100 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-S7 grades vs the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Nikon Coolpix S3100. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Nikon S3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Nikon S3100
EX-S7 | S3100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Casio EX-S7
S3100 | EX-S7 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S3100
EX-S7 | S3100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S7 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S3100 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-S7 versus the S3100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and S3100 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S7 and S3100.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S3100 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-S7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Nikon Coolpix S3100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-21 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) | 118 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $140 | $139 |