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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S220 front
Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Key Specs

Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
Nikon S220
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 2000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
  • Revealed February 2009
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the S220 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was revealed 13 months later than the S220 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-S7 scores against the S220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Nikon S220

 EX-S7 S220 
RevealedFebruary 2010February 2009Fresher by 13 months
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen size2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Casio EX-S7

 S220 EX-S7 

Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S220

 EX-S7 S220 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S220 has dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S7 against the S220.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and S220 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and S220.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-S7 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher EX-S7 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S7 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S220 as a Portrait photography camera
27
focusing manually
no manual control
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Street photography factors
Nikon S220 Street photography factors
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-S7
Sports photography with Nikon S220
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Travel photography factors
Nikon S220 Travel photography factors
52
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
52
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography details
Nikon S220 Landscape photography details
28
focusing manually
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
22
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inch)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Vlogging details
Nikon S220 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic support
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S220
 Casio Exilim EX-S7Nikon Coolpix S220
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S7 Nikon Coolpix S220
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-21 2009-02-03
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 2000
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 121 gr (0.27 lb) 100 gr (0.22 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-80 EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $140 $56