Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100
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Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim TRYX and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The complete galleries are available at Casio TRYX Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Nikon S3100
TRYX | S3100 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Casio TRYX
S3100 | TRYX |
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Common features in the Casio TRYX and Nikon S3100
TRYX | S3100 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2011 | Same 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.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.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TRYX and S3100 is 99 and 96 respectively.
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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio TRYX vs Nikon S3100 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | |
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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 |