Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj 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
- Revealed September 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon S1000pj, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was announced 3 years after the S1000pj which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the S1000pj in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Nikon S1000pj
EX-ZR1000 | S1000pj | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 39 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Casio EX-ZR1000
S1000pj | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Nikon S1000pj
EX-ZR1000 | S1000pj | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has outer dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon S1000pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the S1000pj.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and S1000pj is 90 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and S1000pj.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR1000 to resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR1000 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-09-25 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 255 gr (0.56 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $572 | $289 |