Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon P7100

Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Nikon P7100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and P7100 (10MP) and the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and P7100 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR700 was announced 12 months later than the P7100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the P7100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Nikon Coolpix P7100. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Nikon P7100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has got external measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7100 has measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Nikon P7100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the P7100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and P7100 is 91 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and P7100.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR700 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-ZR700 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR700 will have a benefit in sensor tech.