Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S30
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Released February 2012
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S30 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the S30 (10MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z33 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") have different sensor size.
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope CameraThe EX-Z33 was revealed 3 years earlier than the S30 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the S30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Nikon Coolpix S30. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Nikon S30
| EX-Z33 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Casio EX-Z33
| S30 | EX-Z33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2012 | August 2009 | Fresher by 29 months | |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S30
| EX-Z33 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Nikon S30 has specifications of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z33 and Nikon S30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 versus the S30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and S30 is 97 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and S30.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The EX-Z33 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The older EX-Z33 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Nikon |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2012-02-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.5fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 106 grams (0.23 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| 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 life | - | 240 photos |
| Type of battery | - | AA |
| Battery model | NP-82 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $120 | $119 |