Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Superseded the Nikon L810
- Refreshed by Nikon L830

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was unveiled 4 months before the L820 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR1000 scores versus the L820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Nikon Coolpix L820. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Nikon L820
EX-ZR1000 | L820 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
L820 | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Nikon L820
EX-ZR1000 | L820 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Nikon L820 has proportions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon L820 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the L820.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and L820 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and L820.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-25 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-675mm (29.3x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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), | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255 gr (0.56 lb) | 470 gr (1.04 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
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 shots | 320 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $572 | $192 |