Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Released May 2014
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX2000
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Samsung NX3000, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the EX-Z2000 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-Z2000 was revealed 5 years earlier than the NX3000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z2000 scores vs the NX3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Samsung NX3000
EX-Z2000 | NX3000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Casio EX-Z2000
NX3000 | EX-Z2000 | |||
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Released | May 2014 | January 2010 | More recent by 53 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Samsung NX3000
EX-Z2000 | NX3000 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 461k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z2000 offers exterior 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 Samsung NX3000 has dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Samsung NX3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z2000 compared to the NX3000.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and NX3000 is 95 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z2000 and NX3000.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z2000 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX3000 will offer extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older EX-Z2000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 | Samsung NX3000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2014-05-26 |
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 aliasing 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 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Cross focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 230g (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 370 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $897 |