Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000
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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2012
- Later Model is Samsung NX1100

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the EX-S7 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

The EX-S7 was announced 3 years prior to the NX1000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-S7 scores vs the NX1000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Samsung NX1000
EX-S7 | NX1000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Casio EX-S7
NX1000 | EX-S7 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 26 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Samsung NX1000
EX-S7 | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-S7 enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S7 vs the NX1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and NX1000 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and NX1000.
Clearly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-S7 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will render greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-S7 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Samsung NX1000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-02-21 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
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), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $140 | $388 |