Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Launched November 2013
- Previous Model is Samsung NX1100
- Replacement is Samsung NX3000

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z2000 and Samsung NX2000, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the EX-Z2000 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-Z2000 was announced 4 years before the NX2000 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z2000 scores versus the NX2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Samsung NX2000
EX-Z2000 | NX2000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Casio EX-Z2000
NX2000 | EX-Z2000 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Samsung NX2000
EX-Z2000 | NX2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z2000 and Samsung NX2000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z2000 compared to the NX2000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and NX2000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and NX2000.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z2000 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will render more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z2000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX2000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-11-30 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
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), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lb) | 228g (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $0 | $599 |