Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(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
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2009

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the S230 (10MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was released 10 months after the S230 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-G1 matches up against the S230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Nikon Coolpix S230. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon S230
EX-G1 | S230 | |||
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Released | November 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-G1
S230 | EX-G1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S230
EX-G1 | S230 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-G1 comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S230 has sizing of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
See the Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-G1 against the S230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and S230 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and S230.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-G1 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-G1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-11-18 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 2000 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | 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 | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 grams (0.34 lb) | 115 grams (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $61 | $150 |