Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon A900

Its time to look more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was manufactured 4 years before the A900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR700 grades vs the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR700 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon A900 has dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon A900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR700 vs the A900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and A900 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and A900.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon A900 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR700 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.