Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c
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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2013

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-H20G and Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the S800c (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was brought out 3 years earlier than the S800c which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-H20G grades vs the S800c for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Nikon S800c
EX-H20G | S800c | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Casio EX-H20G
S800c | EX-H20G | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 28 months |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 819k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+358k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Nikon S800c
EX-H20G | S800c | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon S800c has sizing of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-H20G and Nikon S800c in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-H20G and the S800c.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and S800c is 91 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and S800c.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S800c to render greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H20G vs Nikon S800c Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Nikon Coolpix S800c | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Nikon Coolpix S800c |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2013-02-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 819k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 184 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 140 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $290 |