Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230
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Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-113mm (F) lens
- 125g - 101 x 57 x 23mm
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2009

Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Overview
Let's look closer at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and the S230 (10MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and S230 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z29 was announced at a similar time to the S230 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z29 matches up vs the S230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Nikon Coolpix S230. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z29 over the Nikon S230
EX-Z29 | S230 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-Z29
S230 | EX-Z29 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z29 and Nikon S230
EX-Z29 | S230 | |||
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Announced | March 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z29 has got outer measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S230 has proportions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Nikon S230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z29 against the S230.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z29 and S230 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z29 and S230.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging.

Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z29 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-03-03 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-113mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) | 115 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 57 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 ID | NP-60 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SDHC / SD Memory Card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $79 | $150 |