Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100 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
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Launched February 2011

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was manufactured 12 months after the S6100 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the S6100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon S6100
EX-ZR15 | S6100 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Casio EX-ZR15
S6100 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon S6100
EX-ZR15 | S6100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Nikon S6100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the S6100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and S6100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and S6100.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZR15 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 shots | 210 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $249 | $195 |