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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
Nikon S3100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was introduced within a month of the S3100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZS5 grades vs the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Nikon S3100

 EX-ZS5 S3100 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 S3100 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Nikon S3100

 EX-ZS5 S3100 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2011Same generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by 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).

See the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon S3100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS5 vs the S3100.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and S3100 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and S3100.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S3100 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
33
megapixel count decent (14MP)
features face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography info
Nikon S3100 Street photography info
49
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography factors
Nikon S3100 Sports photography factors
32
decent MP (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
32
megapixel count decent (14MP)
features tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography highlights
Nikon S3100 Travel photography highlights
70
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Landscape photography with Nikon S3100
37
very good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
33
reasonably wide (26mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS5
Vlogging with Nikon S3100
27
very good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (848 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic port
28
reasonably wide (26mm)
features face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Nikon S3100
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Nikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Nikon Coolpix S3100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-02-09
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.50 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 lb)
Physical 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 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 - 220 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL19
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $100 $139