Casio EX-Z29 vs Samsung NX1000

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-Z29 and Samsung NX1000, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and NX1000 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z29 was launched 4 years earlier than the NX1000 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z29 grades vs the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z29 has outer measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z29 and Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z29 compared to the NX1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z29 and NX1000 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z29 and NX1000.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z29 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1000 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.