Casio EX-100 vs Nikon L840

Following is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-100 and Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and L840 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and L840 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was launched 12 months before the L840 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-100 scores vs the L840 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Nikon Coolpix L840. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 enjoys physical measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon L840 has specifications of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") having a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-100 and Nikon L840 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-100 and the L840.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and L840 is 83 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and L840.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-100 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon L840 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.