Casio EX-S200 vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-S200 versus Samsung NX300M, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the EX-S200 (14MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the EX-S200 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-S200 was manufactured 3 years before the NX300M which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S200 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-S200 matches up vs the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S200 & Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S200 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S200 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S200 versus Samsung NX300M in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S200 and the NX300M.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and NX300M is 96 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S200 and NX300M.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-S200 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX300M will give more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-S200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.