Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon P510

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was released 7 months later than the P510 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR400 matches up versus the P510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Nikon Coolpix P510. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 features 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) whilst the Nikon P510 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Nikon P510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the P510.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and P510 is 92 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and P510.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZR400 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.