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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Nikon S3100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Announced February 2011
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZS10 and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was revealed very close to the S3100 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZS10 matches up vs the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Nikon S3100

 EX-ZS10 S3100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 S3100 EX-ZS10 
Display sizing2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Nikon S3100

 EX-ZS10 S3100 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2011Similar age
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS10 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon S3100 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the S3100.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS10 and S3100 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS10 and S3100.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you need to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography info
Nikon S3100 Portrait photography info
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
provides face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Street photography with Nikon S3100
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
48
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography information
Nikon S3100 Sports photography information
32
good resolution (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
32
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography information
Nikon S3100 Travel photography information
70
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly display
65
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S3100 as a Landscape photography camera
32
very good max aperture (f)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is small (")
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse function
33
really wide (26mm)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS10
Vlogging with Nikon S3100
27
very good max aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
28
really wide (26mm)
provides face detection autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Nikon S3100
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Nikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Nikon Coolpix S3100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-02-09
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 4s
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.50 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 118 gr (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 - 220 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL19
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $120 $139