Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Previous Model is Samsung NX210
- New Model is Samsung NX500

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the EX-Z2000 (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

The EX-Z2000 was revealed 4 years earlier than the NX300 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-Z2000 scores vs the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Samsung NX300
EX-Z2000 | NX300 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Casio EX-Z2000
NX300 | EX-Z2000 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 47 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 768k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+307k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Samsung NX300
EX-Z2000 | NX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z2000 features outside 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 NX300 has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z2000 vs the NX300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and NX300 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and NX300.
Plainly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z2000 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX300 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z2000 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX300 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2013-11-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
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 | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $750 |