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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 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
  • Introduced November 2009
Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2015
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-G1 versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and S2900 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was announced 6 years earlier than the S2900 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-G1 grades versus the S2900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon S2900

 EX-G1 S2900 
Manual focus Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Casio EX-G1

 S2900 EX-G1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015November 2009More modern by 62 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S2900

 EX-G1 S2900 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 features 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) and the Nikon S2900 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 versus Nikon S2900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the S2900.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and S2900 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and S2900.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S2900 to offer greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography information
Nikon S2900 Portrait photography information
27
has manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
39
resolution is good (20MP)
comes with face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Street photography camera
53
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than competition (154g)
59
has image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Sports photography camera
23
weather sealing
max shutter speed is low (1/1,250 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
51
has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20MP)
comes with tracking focus
great battery life (250 per charge)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-G1
Travel photography with Nikon S2900
54
weather sealing
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (154 grams)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
70
great battery life (250 shots)
resolution is good (20MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not feature selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Landscape photography camera
31
has manual focus
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
44
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20MP)
great battery life (250 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging details
Nikon S2900 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
more heavy than competition (154 grams)
32
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S2900
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Nikon Coolpix S2900
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-G1 Nikon Coolpix S2900
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-11-18 2015-01-14
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed C2
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 5152 x 3864
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 38-114mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1250 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.40 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30p)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154g (0.34 lb) 119g (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 - 250 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-800 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $61 $117