Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-7.1) lens
- 121g - 102 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2009

Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-FS10 and Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and the S230 (10MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-FS10 was brought out within a month of the S230 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-FS10 matches up vs the S230 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Nikon Coolpix S230. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FS10 over the Nikon S230
EX-FS10 | S230 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-FS10
S230 | EX-FS10 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FS10 and Nikon S230
EX-FS10 | S230 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FS10 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S230 has dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FS10 and Nikon S230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-FS10 and the S230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FS10 and S230 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FS10 and S230.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S230 to render greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-7.1 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 115 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 55 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 model | NP-80 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $150 |