Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z270 versus Nikon L32, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and L32 (20MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and L32 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

The EX-Z270 was released 7 years before the L32 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-Z270 scores vs the L32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Nikon Coolpix L32. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Nikon L32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Nikon L32
EX-Z270 | L32 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Casio EX-Z270
L32 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Nikon L32
EX-Z270 | L32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z270 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon L32 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z270 versus Nikon L32 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z270 versus the L32.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and L32 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and L32.
As you have seen, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon L32 will show more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Nikon L32 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix L32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Nikon Coolpix L32 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 320 photos |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | NP-80 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $120 |