Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120 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 August 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon AW110
- Replacement is Nikon AW130

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-ZR800 and Nikon AW120, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was manufactured 6 months prior to the AW120 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR800 grades against the AW120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Nikon AW120
EX-ZR800 | AW120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Casio EX-ZR800
AW120 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Nikon AW120
EX-ZR800 | AW120 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 features 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) 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).
Check the Casio EX-ZR800 and Nikon AW120 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the AW120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and AW120 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and AW120.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-08-07 | 2014-02-07 |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 213g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 350 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $429 | $350 |