Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Announced January 2014
- Old Model is Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon L830, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the L830 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-ZR15 was released 24 months prior to the L830 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the L830 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Nikon Coolpix L830. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Nikon L830
EX-ZR15 | L830 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Casio EX-ZR15
L830 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2012 | More modern by 24 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon L830
EX-ZR15 | L830 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys exterior 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 L830 has proportions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") and a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 and Nikon L830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the L830.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and L830 is 93 and 71 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and L830.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Nikon L830 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix L830 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Nikon Coolpix L830 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 23-765mm (33.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 508g (1.12 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") |
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 | 390 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $249 | $300 |