Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2010
(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
- Launched February 2009

Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and S220 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z800 was revealed 19 months later than the S220 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z800 scores vs the S220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Nikon Coolpix S220. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Nikon S220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Nikon S220
EX-Z800 | S220 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 19 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Casio EX-Z800
S220 | EX-Z800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Nikon S220
EX-Z800 | S220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 has got outside dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S220 has dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z800 against the S220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z800 and S220 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and S220.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Casio EX-Z800 to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-Z800 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S220 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Nikon Coolpix S220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Nikon Coolpix S220 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-03 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 2000 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) | 100 grams (0.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-120 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $150 | $56 |