Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S5100

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Nikon S5100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was launched 12 months later than the S5100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the S5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Nikon S5100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the S5100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and S5100 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and S5100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZR100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.