Casio EX-100 vs Samsung NX1

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-100 versus Samsung NX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and NX1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was released 7 months earlier than the NX1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-100 matches up versus the NX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Samsung NX1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-100 features physical 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 NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-100 and the NX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and NX1 is 83 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and NX1.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-100 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged EX-100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.