Casio EX-S5 vs Nikon S230

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon S230, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-S5 (9MP) and the S230 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was revealed about the same time to the S230 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-S5 scores against the S230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Nikon Coolpix S230. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Nikon S230 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon S230 has proportions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S5 and Nikon S230 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S5 and the S230.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and S230 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and S230.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S230 to offer extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively.