Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Previous Model is Samsung NX200
- New Model is Samsung NX300

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Samsung NX210, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the EX-Z2000 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-Z2000 was launched 3 years earlier than the NX210 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z2000 scores against the NX210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Samsung NX210
EX-Z2000 | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Casio EX-Z2000
NX210 | EX-Z2000 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 31 months |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+153k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Samsung NX210
EX-Z2000 | NX210 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 features outer measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Samsung NX210 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z2000 versus the NX210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z2000 and NX210 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z2000 and NX210.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z2000 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX210 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z2000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX210 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-08-14 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $625 |