Casio EX-Z16 vs Nikon D810

In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon D810, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Casio and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and D810 (36MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and D810 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z16 was introduced 4 years earlier than the D810 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D810 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the D810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Nikon D810. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Nikon D810 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon D810 has specifications of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z16 and Nikon D810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the D810.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and D810 is 99 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and D810.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Nikon D810 will provide greater detail using its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind in sensor innovation.