Casio EX-100 vs Samsung NX mini

Here is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-100 and Samsung NX mini, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and NX mini (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The EX-100 was launched around the same time to the NX mini so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-100 grades vs the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 provides exterior dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-100 and Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-100 and the NX mini.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and NX mini is 83 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and NX mini.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 8.5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively.