Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26
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93 Imaging
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced February 2012

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Nikon L26, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was announced 6 months before the L26 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-ZR100 matches up versus the L26 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Nikon L26
EX-ZR100 | L26 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Casio EX-ZR100
L26 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Nikon L26
EX-ZR100 | L26 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Nikon L26 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the L26.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and L26 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and L26.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon L26 to give greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lbs) | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" 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 | - | 200 photos |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $70 |