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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
46
Overall
40
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3300 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed July 2011
Nikon S3300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
  • Released February 2012
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Overview

Below is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Nikon S3300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was brought out 6 months prior to the S3300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the S3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Nikon S3300

 EX-ZR100 S3300 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 S3300 EX-ZR100 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S3300

 EX-ZR100 S3300 
ReleasedJuly 2011February 2012Similar generation
Focus manually More exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3300 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Nikon S3300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the S3300.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and S3300 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and S3300.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S3300 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S3300 Portrait photography factors
29
manual focus
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
40
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Street photography with Nikon S3300
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (204g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (128g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S3300 as a Sports photography camera
46
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
max fps high (40.0 frames per second)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking autofocus
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Travel photography info
Nikon S3300 Travel photography info
64
lighter than competition (204g)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
66
lighter than others (128 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
terrible battery (180 shots)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Landscape photography with Nikon S3300
43
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
41
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
terrible battery (180 shots)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S3300 as a Vlogging camera
33
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (204 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have external microphone socket
33
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
lighter than others (128g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S3300
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100Nikon Coolpix S3300
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 Nikon Coolpix S3300
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-07-19 2012-02-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 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 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 26-156mm (6.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.5-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 40.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 204 grams (0.45 lb) 128 grams (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 life - 180 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $300 $99