Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX300M

Lets look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung NX300M, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 3 years prior to the NX300M which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-Z16 scores against the NX300M in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Samsung NX300M. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the NX300M.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and NX300M is 99 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and NX300M.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z16 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX300M will provide more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.