Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung NX3000
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed November 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Announced May 2014
- Older Model is Samsung NX2000
Photography Glossary Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung NX3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the EX-FC150 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-FC150 was revealed 5 years prior to the NX3000 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FC150 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-FC150 grades vs the NX3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Samsung NX3000
| EX-FC150 | NX3000 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Casio EX-FC150
| NX3000 | EX-FC150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | May 2014 | November 2009 | Fresher by 55 months | |
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
| Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung NX3000
| EX-FC150 | NX3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
| Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC150 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung NX3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-FC150 against the NX3000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC150 and NX3000 is 93 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and NX3000.
Plainly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-FC150 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will show greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung NX3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung NX3000 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2009-11-16 | 2014-05-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 35 |
| Cross focus points | - | 1 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.60 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 173g (0.38 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 370 photos |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-40 | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $350 | $897 |