Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung NX mini

Here is a in depth review of the Casio EX-H15 versus Samsung NX mini, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-H15 (14MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the EX-H15 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-H15 was revealed 5 years earlier than the NX mini and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-H15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-H15 matches up vs the NX mini in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H15 provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H15 versus Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-H15 and the NX mini.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and NX mini is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H15 and NX mini.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-H15 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will render extra detail because of its extra 6.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older EX-H15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.