Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Released August 2011
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Nikon S100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-ZR300 was launched 10 months after the S100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-ZR300 grades versus the S100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Nikon S100
EX-ZR300 | S100 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | August 2011 | Newer by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Casio EX-ZR300
S100 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 461k | Crisper display (+359k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Nikon S100
EX-ZR300 | S100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR300 offers external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Nikon S100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the S100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and S100 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and S100.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-ZR300 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Nikon S100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix S100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Nikon Coolpix S100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 820k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Organic LED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 205g (0.45 lb) | 175g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") |
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 | 500 shots | 150 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $329 | $240 |