Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung NX mini

The following is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung NX mini, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The EX-G1 was introduced 5 years prior to the NX mini which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-G1 matches up vs the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 has outside measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-G1 vs the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and NX mini is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and NX mini.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-G1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX mini will produce greater detail using its extra 8.5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.