Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Updated by Samsung NX200
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung NX100, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very well matched but the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z16 was released very close to the NX100 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the NX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung NX100
EX-Z16 | NX100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Casio EX-Z16
NX100 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 0k | Clearer display (+614k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung NX100
EX-Z16 | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | September 2010 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the NX100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and NX100 is 99 and 88 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and NX100.
To sum up, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX100 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung NX100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | - | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 0 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 282g (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $100 | $386 |