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Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim TRYX front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

Casio TRYX
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21mm (F2.8) lens
  • n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
  • 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
  • Released February 2011
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Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the TRYX (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TRYX was launched at a similar time to the S3100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TRYX scores vs the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Nikon S3100

 TRYX S3100 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Casio TRYX

 S3100 TRYX 

Common features in the Casio TRYX and Nikon S3100

 TRYX S3100 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2011Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio TRYX has got physical measurements of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon S3100 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TRYX and the S3100.

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TRYX and S3100 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TRYX and S3100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S3100 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio TRYX Portrait photography factors
Nikon S3100 Portrait photography factors
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
provides face detection focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio TRYX Street photography details
Nikon S3100 Street photography details
58
screen can move to multiple angles
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio TRYX
Sports photography with Nikon S3100
17
can't change focal length (21mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
32
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio TRYX
Travel photography with Nikon S3100
56
selfie friendly screen
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
65
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio TRYX Landscape photography factors
Nikon S3100 Landscape photography factors
28
screen is a good size (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (21mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
33
reasonably wide (26mm)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio TRYX Vlogging factors
Nikon S3100 Vlogging factors
62
selfie friendly screen
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
does not have external microphone support
28
reasonably wide (26mm)
provides face detection focusing
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
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Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio TRYX and Nikon S3100
 Casio Exilim TRYXNikon Coolpix S3100
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim TRYX Nikon Coolpix S3100
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-02-09
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine HS Expeed C2
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 -
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
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 21mm (1x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 8cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.50 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected 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 - 118g (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") 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 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $689 $139