Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000
96 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Released February 2010

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was released very close to the S3000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-S7 scores against the S3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Nikon S3000
EX-S7 | S3000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Casio EX-S7
S3000 | EX-S7 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Nikon S3000
EX-S7 | S3000 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 has external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Nikon S3000 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S7 vs the S3000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and S3000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and S3000.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-21 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-80 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $140 | $150 |