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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S230 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 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
  • Released November 2009
Nikon S230
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon S230

 EX-G1 S230 
ReleasedNovember 2009February 2009More modern by 10 months
Manual focus More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-G1

 S230 EX-G1 
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S230

 EX-G1 S230 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical 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).

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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.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 size comparison

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

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-G1
Portrait photography with Nikon S230
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has manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S230 as a Street photography camera
53
environment sealing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
more heavy than average in class (154g)
57
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography factors
Nikon S230 Sports photography factors
23
environment sealing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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built in image stabilization (Digital)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Travel photography advice
Nikon S230 Travel photography advice
54
environment sealing
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than average in class (154 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S230 Landscape photography highlights
31
has manual focus
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
31
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging info
Nikon S230 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not the best (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
more heavy than average in class (154 grams)
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touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic support
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S230
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Nikon Coolpix S230
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