Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2012

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was revealed 13 months later than the L26 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR400 matches up vs the L26 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Nikon L26
EX-ZR400 | L26 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Casio EX-ZR400
L26 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Nikon L26
EX-ZR400 | L26 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has got external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR400 vs the L26.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and L26 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and L26.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger EX-ZR400 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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 shots | 200 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-130 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $0 | $70 |