Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32
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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Announced February 2014

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Casio EX-H20G versus Nikon S32, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the S32 (13MP) is fairly similar but the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") come with totally different sensor size.

The EX-H20G was brought out 4 years before the S32 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-H20G matches up vs the S32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Nikon Coolpix S32. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Nikon S32
EX-H20G | S32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Casio EX-H20G
S32 | EX-H20G | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Nikon S32
EX-H20G | S32 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Casio EX-H20G versus Nikon S32 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-H20G against the S32.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and S32 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and S32.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-H20G featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Casio EX-H20G will deliver extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-H20G is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 13 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4160 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 | - | 220 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $300 | $180 |