Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15/Casio-EX-ZR15-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S5100 front Nikon Coolpix S5100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S5100/Nikon-S5100-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2010
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and S5100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR15 was released 17 months later than the S5100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR15 scores versus the S5100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon S5100
EX-ZR15 | S5100 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2010 | More recent by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Casio EX-ZR15
S5100 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S5100
EX-ZR15 | S5100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 has outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S5100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the S5100.
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 size comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and S5100 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and S5100.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR15 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR15 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S5100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S5100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2010-08-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 132 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 life | 325 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $249 | $200 |