Casio EX-Z450 vs Nikon AW100

Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon AW100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and AW100 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was brought out 24 months before the AW100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z450 scores against the AW100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with physical measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z450 and Nikon AW100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z450 and the AW100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and AW100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and AW100.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon AW100 to render greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.