Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S4000

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-G1 versus Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was revealed 2 months before the S4000 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-G1 matches up versus the S4000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Nikon Coolpix S4000. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Nikon S4000 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-G1 has external measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S4000 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-G1 against the S4000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and S4000 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and S4000.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of files although you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.