Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) have different sensor size.

The EX-Z35 was announced 4 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z35 grades against the GX-1S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Samsung GX-1S
EX-Z35 | GX-1S | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2006 | More recent by 50 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Casio EX-Z35
GX-1S | EX-Z35 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung GX-1S
EX-Z35 | GX-1S | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z35 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z35 against the GX-1S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and GX-1S is 96 and 68 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and GX-1S.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z35 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Casio EX-Z35 will provide greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z35 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Samsung GX-1S |
Class | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-02-21 | 2006-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) | 605 grams (1.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-82 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $99 | $850 |