Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched November 2013
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J2
- Updated by Nikon 1 J4
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Nikon 1 J3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the 1 J3 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-ZR10 (1/2.3") and 1 J3 (1") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe EX-ZR10 was manufactured 4 years prior to the 1 J3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR10 scores against the 1 J3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Nikon 1 J3. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Nikon 1 J3
EX-ZR10 | 1 J3 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Casio EX-ZR10
1 J3 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | September 2010 | Fresher by 38 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Nikon 1 J3
EX-ZR10 | 1 J3 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR10 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J3 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Nikon 1 J3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the 1 J3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and 1 J3 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and 1 J3.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR10 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon 1 J3 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Nikon 1 J3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Nikon 1 J3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 135 |
Cross type focus points | - | 41 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Nikon 1 |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 13 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/60 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 pounds) | 201g (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 420 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $190 | $170 |