Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-7.1) lens
- 121g - 102 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10

Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FS10 versus Samsung GX-20, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the EX-FS10 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-FS10 was brought out 12 months later than the GX-20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-FS10 grades vs the GX-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FS10 over the Samsung GX-20
EX-FS10 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2008 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Casio EX-FS10
GX-20 | EX-FS10 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-FS10 and Samsung GX-20
EX-FS10 | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FS10 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-FS10 versus Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-FS10 vs the GX-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FS10 and GX-20 is 96 and 58 respectively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FS10 and GX-20.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-FS10 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung GX-20 will render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer EX-FS10 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

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Casio EX-FS10 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4688 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.9-7.1 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lb) | 800g (1.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 55 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $200 | $850 |