Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2014

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and S3600 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was announced 4 years before the S3600 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-ZR10 scores versus the S3600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Nikon Coolpix S3600. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Nikon S3600
EX-ZR10 | S3600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Casio EX-ZR10
S3600 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 40 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Nikon S3600
EX-ZR10 | S3600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR10 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3600 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR10 and the S3600.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and S3600 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and S3600.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3600 to produce extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR10 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 230 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $190 | $200 |