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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
22
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S220 front
Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z270
(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
  • Released January 2009
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
  • Released February 2009
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the S220 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and S220 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z270 was brought out very close to the S220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z270 grades against the S220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Nikon S220

 EX-Z270 S220 
Screen sizing2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Casio EX-Z270

 S220 EX-Z270 
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S220

 EX-Z270 S220 
ReleasedJanuary 2009February 2009Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon S220 has specifications of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z270 against the S220.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and S220 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and S220.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The EX-Z270 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF trickier.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z270
Portrait photography with Nikon S220
19
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
19
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S220 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Sports photography features
Nikon S220 Sports photography features
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect autofocus
16
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Travel photography details
Nikon S220 Travel photography details
58
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
52
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S220 Landscape photography factors
31
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
22
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.5")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Vlogging factors
Nikon S220 Vlogging factors
29
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic jack
22
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S220
 Casio Exilim EX-Z270Nikon Coolpix S220
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z270 Nikon Coolpix S220
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-01-08 2009-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.5" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 5.744 x 4.308mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 2000
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-7.8 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus range - 10cm
Crop factor 6.3 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings - Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 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
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 111 gr (0.24 pounds) 100 gr (0.22 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" 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 (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $0 $56