Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S5100
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Casio EX-ZR800 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
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Launched August 2013
(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
- Announced August 2010

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S5100 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Nikon S5100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and S5100 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was announced 3 years after the S5100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-ZR800 matches up vs the S5100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S5100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Nikon S5100
EX-ZR800 | S5100 | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Casio EX-ZR800
S5100 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Nikon S5100
EX-ZR800 | S5100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 features external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon S5100 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Nikon S5100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the S5100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and S5100 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and S5100.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR800 to resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR800 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon S5100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-08-07 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | 222g (0.49 lb) | 132g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 470 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $429 | $200 |