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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Key Specs

Casio EX-G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
  • 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
  • Revealed November 2009
Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Revealed August 2009
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the S70 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was brought out 4 months later than the S70 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-G1 grades against the S70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon S70

 EX-G1 S70 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Casio EX-G1

 S70 EX-G1 
Screen dimension3.5"2.5"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution288k230kClearer screen (+58k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S70

 EX-G1 S70 
RevealedNovember 2009August 2009Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 has outside dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S70 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-G1 against the S70.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and S70 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and S70.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon S70 Portrait photography highlights
27
focusing manually
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-G1
Street photography with Nikon S70
53
weather proofing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than others (154 grams)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than competition in class (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography advice
Nikon S70 Sports photography advice
23
weather proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
slow frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-G1
Travel photography with Nikon S70
54
weather proofing
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (154 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (160 grams)
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography information
Nikon S70 Landscape photography information
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focusing manually
weather proofing
lens is fixed (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
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
37
rather wide (28mm)
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging information
Nikon S70 Vlogging information
22
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than others (154g)
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rather wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
heavier than competition in class (160g)
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon S70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Nikon S70
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Nikon Coolpix S70
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-G1 Nikon Coolpix S70
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-11-18 2009-08-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 38-114mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 288k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1250 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.40 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lb) 160 gr (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model NP-800 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $61 $290