Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21
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Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Revealed February 2014
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2010

Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon L21, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and L21 (8MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and L21 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

The EX-100 was manufactured 4 years after the L21 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-100 grades against the L21 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Nikon Coolpix L21. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Nikon L21
EX-100 | L21 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Casio EX-100
L21 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Nikon L21
EX-100 | L21 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 comes with external measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has specifications of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon L21 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-100 vs the L21.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and L21 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and L21.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-100 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Casio EX-100 will show greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent EX-100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-06 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 8MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.10 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 389 gr (0.86 lbs) | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 life | 390 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $572 | $180 |