Casio EX-Z800 vs Nikon S230

Here is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-Z800 versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was introduced 19 months later than the S230 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-Z800 matches up against the S230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Nikon Coolpix S230. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Nikon S230 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 features outer measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Nikon S230 has dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z800 vs the S230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and S230 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z800 and S230.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-Z800 to give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger EX-Z800 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.