Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung NX1

Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung NX1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The EX-G1 was manufactured 5 years prior to the NX1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-G1 scores vs the NX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-G1 versus the NX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and NX1 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and NX1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-G1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1 will result in greater detail due to its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.