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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S30 front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2009
Nikon S30
(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
  • Launched February 2012
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Overview

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z90 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z90 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the S30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-Z90 matches up vs the S30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Nikon S30

 EX-Z90 S30 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Casio EX-Z90

 S30 EX-Z90 
LaunchedFebruary 2012August 2009More modern by 29 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S30

 EX-Z90 S30 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 provides exterior measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z90 and the S30.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and S30.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z90 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Casio EX-Z90 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S30 Portrait photography factors
27
manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
25
has face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low MP (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Street photography highlights
Nikon S30 Street photography highlights
55
lighter than competitors in class (121 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
51
environment proof
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/3")
no RAW format
more heavy than average in class (214 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography details
Nikon S30 Sports photography details
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
29
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
environment proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.5 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S30 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competitors in class (121 grams)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
environment proof
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (214 grams)
low MP (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography information
Nikon S30 Landscape photography information
28
manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
26
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z90
Vlogging with Nikon S30
25
lighter than competitors in class (121g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
23
has face detect focus
wide angle not good (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone port
more heavy than average in class (214 grams)
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S30
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Nikon Coolpix S30
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Nikon Coolpix S30
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-08-18 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 29-87mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.5 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121g (0.27 pounds) 214g (0.47 pounds)
Dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6")
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 life - 240 photographs
Type of battery - AA
Battery model NP-60 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $150 $119