Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Nikon S3300

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon S3300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the S3300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was announced 8 months later than the S3300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR1000 grades versus the S3300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3300 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Nikon S3300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the S3300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and S3300 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and S3300.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger EX-ZR1000 will have an edge in sensor technology.