Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon AW130

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Nikon AW130, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was manufactured 3 years before the AW130 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR1000 grades vs the AW130 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features physical measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW130 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Nikon AW130 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the AW130.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and AW130 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and AW130.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.