Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1000
- Replacement is Samsung NX2000

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung NX1100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-Z35 was introduced 4 years prior to the NX1100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the NX1100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Samsung NX1100
EX-Z35 | NX1100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Casio EX-Z35
NX1100 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Released | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 38 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung NX1100
EX-Z35 | NX1100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z35 and the NX1100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and NX1100 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and NX1100.
To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z35 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will offer you greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Samsung NX1100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-02-21 | 2013-04-11 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 | 12 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 | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $99 | $600 |