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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S220 front
Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Key Specs

Casio EX-G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
  • 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
  • Announced November 2009
Nikon S220
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 2000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
  • Released February 2009
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the S220 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was manufactured 10 months after the S220 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-G1 scores versus the S220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon S220

 EX-G1 S220 
ReleasedNovember 2009February 2009More modern by 10 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Casio EX-G1

 S220 EX-G1 

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S220

 EX-G1 S220 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.5"2.5"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 has got external measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S220 has dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-G1 vs the S220.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and S220 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and S220.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-G1 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher EX-G1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S220 Portrait photography factors
27
you can focus manually
no manual mode
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Street photography details
Nikon S220 Street photography details
53
weather proof
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competitors (154 grams)
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography info
Nikon S220 Sports photography info
23
weather proof
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250 seconds)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S220 as a Travel photography camera
54
weather proof
built-in flash
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (154g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
52
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S220 as a Landscape photography camera
31
you can focus manually
weather proof
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.5 inch)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
22
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging features
Nikon S220 Vlogging features
22
wide angle not the best (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no external mic socket
heavier than competitors (154g)
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S220
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Nikon Coolpix S220
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-G1 Nikon Coolpix S220
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-11-18 2009-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 2000
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-114mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5" 2.5"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1250 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per second 11.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.40 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 grams (0.34 pounds) 100 grams (0.22 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-800 EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $61 $56