Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon S3100

Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was unveiled 13 months prior to the S3100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z550 grades vs the S3100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Nikon Coolpix S3100. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Nikon S3100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3100 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the S3100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and S3100 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and S3100.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.