Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L100

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").

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.