Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon AW110
- Newer Model is Nikon AW130

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 3 years prior to the AW120 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the AW120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon AW120
EX-ZR15 | AW120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Casio EX-ZR15
AW120 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 25 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon AW120
EX-ZR15 | AW120 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 has got external dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the AW120.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and AW120 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and AW120.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 325 images | 350 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $249 | $350 |