Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(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
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was released 2 years after the S620 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZR100 matches up vs the S620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Nikon S620
EX-ZR100 | S620 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Casio EX-ZR100
S620 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S620
EX-ZR100 | S620 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 features external 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 S620 has measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the S620.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and S620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and S620.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-ZR100 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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 (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $300 | $37 |