Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced February 2010

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Nikon L21, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and L21 (8MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was manufactured 3 years after the L21 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR400 scores versus the L21 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Nikon L21
EX-ZR400 | L21 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Casio EX-ZR400
L21 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon L21
EX-ZR400 | L21 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 has outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has proportions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Nikon L21 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the L21.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and L21 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and L21.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to give you extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 8 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $180 |