Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung GX-20

Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z400 and Samsung GX-20, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty similar but the EX-Z400 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z400 was brought out 12 months later than the GX-20 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z400 matches up versus the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z400 compared to the GX-20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and GX-20 is 95 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and GX-20.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z400 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung GX-20 will offer you greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z400 should have a benefit in sensor tech.