Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
(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
(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
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.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Nikon Coolpix S30. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Nikon S30
EX-Z90 | S30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Casio EX-Z90
S30 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | August 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S30
EX-Z90 | S30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The 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).
Look at the Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
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 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.
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
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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 |