Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000
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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Succeeded the Samsung NX2000

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-H20G versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-H20G (14MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

The EX-H20G was brought out 4 years before the NX3000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-H20G matches up against the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Samsung NX3000
EX-H20G | NX3000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Casio EX-H20G
NX3000 | EX-H20G | |||
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Revealed | May 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 44 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Samsung NX3000
EX-H20G | NX3000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-H20G versus Samsung NX3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-H20G and the NX3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and NX3000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and NX3000.
All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-H20G featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will show more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Samsung NX3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Samsung NX3000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2014-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 35 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $300 | $897 |