Casio EX-Z29 vs Samsung NX2000

Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-Z29 vs Samsung NX2000, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z29 was brought out 5 years earlier than the NX2000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z29 scores versus the NX2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z29 comes with external dimensions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z29 versus the NX2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z29 and NX2000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z29 and NX2000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z29 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will produce greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older EX-Z29 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.