Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S100

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Nikon S100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was revealed 24 months later than the S100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-ZR800 matches up vs the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Nikon Coolpix S100. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Nikon S100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR800 comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon S100 has measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the S100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and S100 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and S100.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-ZR800 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.