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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Samsung NX5 front
Portability
80
Imaging
55
Features
50
Overall
53

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(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
  • Revealed September 2010
Samsung NX5
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
  • Revealed June 2010
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z16 was manufactured 4 months later than the NX5 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the NX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung NX5

 EX-Z16 NX5 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Casio EX-Z16

 NX5 EX-Z16 
Screen sizing3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung NX5

 EX-Z16 NX5 
RevealedSeptember 2010June 2010Similar age
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 has got exterior 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) and the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 against the NX5.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and NX5 is 99 and 80 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and NX5.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z16 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX5 will give greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Samsung NX5
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
73
has manual focus
good MP (15MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography information
Samsung NX5 Street photography information
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
60
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (499g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography info
Samsung NX5 Sports photography info
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
52
good MP (15MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good battery life (400 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography features
Samsung NX5 Travel photography features
53
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
63
good battery life (400 per charge)
good MP (15MP)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (499g)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung NX5 as a Landscape photography camera
32
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen ( inches)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse function
68
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good MP (15MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (400 shots)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging details
Samsung NX5 Vlogging details
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video quality not great (848 x 480 pixels)
no mic support
24
comes with face detect autofocus
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than competition (499 grams)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung NX5
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Samsung NX5
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Samsung NX5
Type Ultracompact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2010-09-20 2010-06-01
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 DRIM Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4592 x 3056
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 15
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Available lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 3 inches
Resolution of display 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 11.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 - 499 gr (1.10 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 400 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP1130
Self timer - Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $100 $499