Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870
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Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 221g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched January 2016
- Superseded the Olympus TG-860

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-S7 versus Olympus TG-870, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and TG-870 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was revealed 6 years earlier than the TG-870 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-S7 matches up vs the TG-870 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Olympus TG-870
EX-S7 | TG-870 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-870 over the Casio EX-S7
TG-870 | EX-S7 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 71 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Olympus TG-870
EX-S7 | TG-870 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-S7 features outer 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) and the Olympus TG-870 has specifications of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-S7 versus Olympus TG-870 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-S7 vs the TG-870.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and TG-870 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and TG-870.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus TG-870 to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-S7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Olympus TG-870 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2016-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | TruePic VII |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $140 | $280 |