Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon AW100

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon AW100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was revealed 14 months after the AW100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up against the AW100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon AW100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the AW100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and AW100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and AW100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR1000 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.