Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung GX-1S

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung GX-1S, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the EX-Z400 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z400 was unveiled 3 years after the GX-1S which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z400 matches up vs the GX-1S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z400 features physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z400 against the GX-1S.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and GX-1S is 95 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and GX-1S.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z400 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Casio EX-Z400 will give you extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z400 should have an advantage in sensor technology.