Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Released September 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Renewed by Nikon L110

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and L100 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was brought out 3 years after the L100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up versus the L100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Nikon L100
EX-ZR1000 | L100 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 45 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
L100 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Nikon L100
EX-ZR1000 | L100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has got external dimensions 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 L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the L100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and L100 is 90 and 79 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and L100.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to give greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR1000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Nikon Coolpix L100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Nikon Coolpix L100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-25 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 255g (0.56 pounds) | 360g (0.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $572 | $399 |