Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 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
- Revealed 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
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon AW120
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon AW130, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe EX-ZR15 was announced 4 years prior to the AW130 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-ZR15 matches up against the AW130 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon AW130
EX-ZR15 | AW130 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Casio EX-ZR15
AW130 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | January 2012 | Newer by 37 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon AW130
EX-ZR15 | AW130 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon AW130 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon AW130 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the AW130.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and AW130 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and AW130.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 221 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | 325 photos | 370 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $249 | $398 |