Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon AW120

On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was introduced 12 months before the AW120 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR700 matches up against the AW120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR700 has outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon AW120 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR700 and Nikon AW120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR700 vs the AW120.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and AW120 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and AW120.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.