Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S31

The following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-H20G versus Nikon S31, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-H20G (14MP) and S31 (10MP) and the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") provide different sensor size.

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The EX-H20G was revealed 3 years prior to the S31 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-H20G matches up vs the S31 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Nikon Coolpix S31. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Nikon S31 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H20G versus Nikon S31 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H20G and the S31.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and S31 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H20G and S31.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-H20G using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Casio EX-H20G will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.