Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Released August 2009

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the S70 (12MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and S70 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z270 was manufactured 6 months before the S70 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z270 scores against the S70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Nikon Coolpix S70. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Nikon S70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Nikon S70
EX-Z270 | S70 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Casio EX-Z270
S70 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 288k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+173k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S70
EX-Z270 | S70 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 comes with outside 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 S70 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon S70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z270 against the S70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and S70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z270 and S70.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon S70 will produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon S70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix S70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix S70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 288k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 111g (0.24 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $0 | $290 |