Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Released August 2011
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 versus Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and S100 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z280 was launched 24 months before the S100 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the S100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon S100
EX-Z280 | S100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Casio EX-Z280
S100 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 24 months | |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 115k | Sharper display (+705k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S100
EX-Z280 | S100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has specifications of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z280 versus Nikon S100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the S100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and S100 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and S100.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S100 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-31 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 820 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 175g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 150 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $240 |