Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Launched July 2014

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Pentax XG-1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z2000 was announced 5 years earlier than the XG-1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-Z2000 matches up vs the XG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Pentax XG-1
EX-Z2000 | XG-1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Casio EX-Z2000
XG-1 | EX-Z2000 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 55 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Pentax XG-1
EX-Z2000 | XG-1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 has outer measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Pentax XG-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z2000 and the XG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z2000 and XG-1 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z2000 and XG-1.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax XG-1 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-Z2000 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Pentax XG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Pentax XG-1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2014-07-15 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152 grams (0.34 lb) | 567 grams (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | LB-060 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $599 |