Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced June 2013

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the S01 (10MP) is very well matched but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and S01 (1/2.9") possess different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z270 was brought out 5 years before the S01 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z270 grades against the S01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Nikon Coolpix S01. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Nikon S01
EX-Z270 | S01 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Casio EX-Z270
S01 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 54 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S01
EX-Z270 | S01 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon S01 has specifications of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z270 against the S01.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and S01 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z270 and S01.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler. The more aged EX-Z270 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S01 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix S01 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix S01 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 1.20 m |
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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | 111g (0.24 lbs) | 96g (0.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 190 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | - |
Card slots | One | - |
Retail price | $0 | $170 |