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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
29
Overall
39

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released July 2011
Nikon A100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2016
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Overview

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon A100, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and A100 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the A100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZS15 grades vs the A100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Nikon A100

 EX-ZS15 A100 

Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 A100 EX-ZS15 
LaunchedJanuary 2016July 2011Fresher by 54 months
Screen size2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon A100

 EX-ZS15 A100 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon A100 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the A100.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and A100 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and A100.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon A100 to show more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-ZS15 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography details
Nikon A100 Portrait photography details
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
39
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography info
Nikon A100 Street photography info
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competitors (154g)
max ISO too low (0)
59
has image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Sports photography with Nikon A100
32
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
48
has image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
good battery pack (250 CIPA)
max fps very slow (1.1 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon A100 as a Travel photography camera
61
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (154 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
70
good battery pack (250 shots)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon A100 as a Landscape photography camera
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen ( inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
44
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
good battery pack (250 shots)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging factors
Nikon A100 Vlogging factors
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competitors (154g)
32
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic support
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon A100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon A100
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Nikon Coolpix A100
General Information
Brand Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Nikon Coolpix A100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-07-18 2016-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 5152 x 3864
Highest native ISO - 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 2.7"
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 4 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 1.1 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.00 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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 720 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154g (0.34 pounds) 119g (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 images
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL19
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $248 $162