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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S230 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released July 2011
Nikon S230
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 2000
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2009
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was introduced 2 years later than the S230 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZS15 grades vs the S230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Nikon S230

 EX-ZS15 S230 
RevealedJuly 2011February 2009More recent by 30 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 S230 EX-ZS15 
Display sizing3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution230k0kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S230

 EX-ZS15 S230 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 offers physical measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S230 has sizing of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Nikon S230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS15 vs the S230.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and S230 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS15 and S230.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZS15 to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer EX-ZS15 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S230 Portrait photography factors
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography advice
Nikon S230 Street photography advice
48
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than competitors (154g)
maximum ISO low (0)
57
has image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S230 Sports photography highlights
32
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
26
has image stabilization (Digital)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography details
Nikon S230 Travel photography details
61
good megapixels (14MP)
fast max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors (154 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
51
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography info
Nikon S230 Landscape photography info
32
fast max aperture (f)
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
screen is small ( inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
31
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Digital)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S230 as a Vlogging camera
26
fast max aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
more heavy than competitors (154 grams)
28
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic port
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Nikon S230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Nikon S230
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Nikon Coolpix S230
General Information
Company Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Nikon Coolpix S230
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-07-18 2009-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO - 2000
Min native ISO - 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 3"
Display resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 grams (0.34 lb) 115 grams (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model - EN-EL10
Self timer - Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $248 $150