Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230
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Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 132g - 100 x 55 x 18mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2009
Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-S200 and Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the EX-S200 (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-S200 was unveiled 19 months after the S230 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-S200 scores against the S230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Nikon Coolpix S230. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S200 over the Nikon S230
EX-S200 | S230 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 19 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-S200
S230 | EX-S200 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S200 and Nikon S230
EX-S200 | S230 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-S200 features external measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S230 has specifications of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S200 and Nikon S230 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-S200 versus the S230.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and S230 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S200 and S230.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-S200 to render more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-S200 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-S200 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-08-03 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 2000 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 grams (0.29 lbs) | 115 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 ID | NP-120 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $0 | $150 |