Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21
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Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced February 2010
Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Casio TRYX versus Nikon L21, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the TRYX (12MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TRYX was introduced 12 months later than the L21 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio TRYX being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon L21 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TRYX scores against the L21 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim TRYX and Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are available at Casio TRYX Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Nikon L21
TRYX | L21 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | February 2010 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Casio TRYX
L21 | TRYX |
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Common features in the Casio TRYX and Nikon L21
TRYX | L21 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Casio TRYX provides external measurements of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has specifications of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Casio TRYX versus Nikon L21 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TRYX vs the L21.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TRYX and L21 is 99 and 93 respectively.
Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TRYX and L21.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Casio TRYX to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern TRYX should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Casio TRYX vs Nikon L21 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim TRYX | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 21mm (1x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 169 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $689 | $180 |