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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Released August 2010
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S1100pj (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was announced 7 months earlier than the S1100pj which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the S1100pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Nikon S1100pj

 EX-Z550 S1100pj 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Casio EX-Z550

 S1100pj EX-Z550 
ReleasedAugust 2010January 2010More modern by 7 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S1100pj

 EX-Z550 S1100pj 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1100pj has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the S1100pj.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and S1100pj is 95 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and S1100pj.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography details
Nikon S1100pj Portrait photography details
34
has manual focus
good MP (14MP)
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Nikon S1100pj
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
54
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than average in class (180g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z550
Sports photography with Nikon S1100pj
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
38
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography features
Nikon S1100pj Travel photography features
65
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
61
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (180g)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z550
Landscape photography with Nikon S1100pj
42
has manual focus
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
42
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging info
Nikon S1100pj Vlogging info
29
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic socket
29
decently wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than average in class (180 grams)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S1100pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon S1100pj
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2010-08-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 143g (0.32 lb) 180g (0.40 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9")
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 model - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $149 $399