Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR700/Casio-EX-ZR700-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix AW100 front Nikon Coolpix AW100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-AW100/Nikon-AW100-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Released August 2011
- Updated by Nikon AW110
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR700 was manufactured 18 months later than the AW100 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR700 grades vs the AW100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Nikon AW100
EX-ZR700 | AW100 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 18 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Casio EX-ZR700
AW100 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon AW100
EX-ZR700 | AW100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 offers external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon AW100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the AW100.
![Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 size comparison Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and AW100 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and AW100.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-ZR700 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR700-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 470 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $370 | $299 |