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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs

Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2010
Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2011
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was unveiled 11 months before the S4100 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-S7 grades versus the S4100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Nikon S4100

 EX-S7 S4100 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Casio EX-S7

 S4100 EX-S7 
ReleasedFebruary 2011February 2010Newer by 11 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S4100

 EX-S7 S4100 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon S4100 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S7 and the S4100.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S7 and S4100.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S4100 to provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-S7
Portrait photography with Nikon S4100
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
33
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Street photography info
Nikon S4100 Street photography info
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
64
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports touch focus
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Sports photography information
Nikon S4100 Sports photography information
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
37
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (190 CIPA)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-S7
Travel photography with Nikon S4100
52
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
67
supports touch focus
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
terrible battery pack (190 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography features
Nikon S4100 Landscape photography features
28
manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
41
pretty wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery pack (190 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Vlogging advice
Nikon S4100 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
33
pretty wide (26mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S4100
 Casio Exilim EX-S7Nikon Coolpix S4100
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S7 Nikon Coolpix S4100
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-02-21 2011-02-09
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
WB 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 data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121g (0.27 lbs) -
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 - 190 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID 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 Single Single
Launch cost $140 $140