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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 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
  • Launched August 2009
Nikon S620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2009
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was launched 7 months after the S620 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z90 scores vs the S620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Nikon S620

 EX-Z90 S620 
LaunchedAugust 2009February 2009Newer by 7 months
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Casio EX-Z90

 S620 EX-Z90 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S620

 EX-Z90 S620 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither comes with Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z90 comes with physical measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Nikon S620 has proportions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z90 versus Nikon S620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 and the S620.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and S620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and S620.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images though you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-Z90 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon S620 Portrait photography highlights
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
21
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z90
Street photography with Nikon S620
55
lighter than others in class (121g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (120g)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S620 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography details
Nikon S620 Travel photography details
56
lighter than others in class (121g)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
62
lighter than competitors (120 grams)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography info
Nikon S620 Landscape photography info
28
has manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
32
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z90
Vlogging with Nikon S620
25
lighter than others in class (121g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
31
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (120 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic port
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S620
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Nikon Coolpix S620
General Information
Make Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Nikon Coolpix S620
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-18 2009-02-03
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.7-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121g (0.27 pounds) 120g (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-60 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $150 $37