Casio EX-ZR700 vs Nikon S1000pj

In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Nikon S1000pj, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was unveiled 3 years after the S1000pj which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR700 scores versus the S1000pj in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 has got outer measurements 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 S1000pj has sizing of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Nikon S1000pj in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the S1000pj.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and S1000pj is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and S1000pj.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR700 to give you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR700 provides an advantage in sensor technology.