Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX1

Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z16 was brought out 5 years before the NX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-Z16 grades against the NX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 comes with physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the NX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and NX1 is 99 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and NX1.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z16 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will give you greater detail having its extra 16MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older EX-Z16 is going to be behind in sensor technology.