Casio EX-Z400 vs Nikon L31

Here is a extended overview of the Casio EX-Z400 versus Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and L31 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the L31 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z400 grades vs the L31 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Nikon Coolpix L31. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Nikon L31 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon L31 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z400 versus Nikon L31 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z400 against the L31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and L31 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z400 and L31.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon L31 to offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older EX-Z400 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.