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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S630 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 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
  • Introduced August 2009
Nikon S630
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was brought out 7 months after the S630 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-Z90 grades vs the S630 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Nikon S630

 EX-Z90 S630 
IntroducedAugust 2009February 2009Newer by 7 months
Manually focus Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Casio EX-Z90

 S630 EX-Z90 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S630

 EX-Z90 S630 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 S630 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the S630.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and S630 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z90 and S630.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent EX-Z90 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography features
Nikon S630 Portrait photography features
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
20
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Street photography information
Nikon S630 Street photography information
55
lighter than average (121 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography features
Nikon S630 Sports photography features
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography factors
Nikon S630 Travel photography factors
56
lighter than average (121 grams)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
56
has built in flash
long reach (260mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S630 as a Landscape photography camera
27
you can focus manually
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S630 Vlogging highlights
25
lighter than average (121 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone port
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Nikon S630 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Nikon S630
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Nikon Coolpix S630
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Nikon Coolpix S630
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-18 2009-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 37-260mm (7.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.5-5.3
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in 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 exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121 grams (0.27 pounds) 140 grams (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-L12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $150 $240