Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 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
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched July 2013
- Earlier Model is Nikon AW100
- Updated by Nikon AW120

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR10 and Nikon AW110, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and AW110 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was released 3 years earlier than the AW110 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-ZR10 matches up versus the AW110 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Nikon AW110
EX-ZR10 | AW110 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Casio EX-ZR10
AW110 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 33 months |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+153k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Nikon AW110
EX-ZR10 | AW110 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR10 has got outside dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW110 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR10 and Nikon AW110 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR10 compared to the AW110.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and AW110 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR10 and AW110.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon AW110 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Nikon AW110 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Nikon Coolpix AW110 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2013-07-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $190 | $250 |