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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
Sony S2100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Overview

Below is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was brought out 2 months later than the S2100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z35 grades against the S2100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sony S2100

 EX-Z35 S2100 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Casio EX-Z35

 S2100 EX-Z35 
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony S2100

 EX-Z35 S2100 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z35 against the S2100.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and S2100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z35 and S2100.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony S2100 as a Portrait photography camera
27
focusing manually
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Street photography camera
Sony S2100 as a Street photography camera
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
46
no moving screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Sports photography camera
Sony S2100 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Travel photography advice
Sony S2100 Travel photography advice
52
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Landscape photography information
Sony S2100 Landscape photography information
28
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
27
screen size is good (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging information
Sony S2100 Vlogging information
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic socket
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic support
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony S2100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Sony S2100
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-21 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 Bionz
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1200 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 gr (0.27 lb) 167 gr (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-82 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $99 $0