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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S230 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
Nikon S230
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon S230, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and S230 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was manufactured 24 months after the S230 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-ZS5 grades vs the S230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Nikon S230

 EX-ZS5 S230 
RevealedJanuary 2011February 2009More modern by 24 months
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 S230 EX-ZS5 
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Nikon S230

 EX-ZS5 S230 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS5 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon S230 has measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon S230 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the S230.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and S230 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and S230.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZS5 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography details
Nikon S230 Portrait photography details
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography details
Nikon S230 Street photography details
49
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
57
image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography features
Nikon S230 Sports photography features
32
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
26
image stabilization (Digital)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S230 as a Travel photography camera
71
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
51
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography information
Nikon S230 Landscape photography information
38
fast max aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3")
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
31
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Digital)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS5
Vlogging with Nikon S230
27
fast max aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (848 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone socket
28
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon S230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Nikon S230
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Nikon Coolpix S230
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Nikon Coolpix S230
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2009-02-03
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 2000
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 11.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash settings - Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 115g (0.25 lb)
Physical 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 recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $100 $150