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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
46
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
41
Overall
37

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 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 S9100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
  • Launched July 2011
  • Newer Model is Nikon S9300
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 Overview

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was revealed at a similar time to the S9100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR100 matches up versus the S9100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Nikon S9100

 EX-ZR100 S9100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 S9100 EX-ZR100 
Screen resolution921k461kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S9100

 EX-ZR100 S9100 
LaunchedJuly 2011July 2011Similar generation
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 features outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has proportions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the S9100.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and S9100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and S9100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S9100 as a Portrait photography camera
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you can focus manually
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
32
you can focus manually
provides face detection focusing
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Street photography info
Nikon S9100 Street photography info
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (204 grams)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
60
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors in class (214 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Sports photography factors
Nikon S9100 Sports photography factors
46
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast continuous shooting (40.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking focus
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
36
excellent zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery (270 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Travel photography advice
Nikon S9100 Travel photography advice
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lighter than others (204g)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
long reach (300mm)
missing Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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lighter than competitors in class (214g)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long zoom (450mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
bad battery (270 CIPA)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S9100 Landscape photography factors
43
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
39
you can focus manually
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
bad battery (270 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S9100 as a Vlogging camera
33
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (204 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing microphone port
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rather wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (214g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic jack
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon S9100
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100Nikon Coolpix S9100
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 Nikon Coolpix S9100
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-07-19 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS Expeed C2
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 160
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range - 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 461k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 40.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, 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 204g (0.45 lbs) 214g (0.47 lbs)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4")
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 - 270 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $300 $329