Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Released February 2011

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and S3100 (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and S3100 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-Z270 was launched 3 years prior to the S3100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-Z270 scores vs the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Nikon S3100
EX-Z270 | S3100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Casio EX-Z270
S3100 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S3100
EX-Z270 | S3100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z270 has physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3100 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z270 against the S3100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and S3100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z270 and S3100.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z270 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon S3100 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older EX-Z270 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix S3100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 lb) | 118g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $139 |