Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung NX mini, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z450 was launched 5 years prior to the NX mini which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z450 grades vs the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 offers external measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the NX mini.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and NX mini is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and NX mini.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z450 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX mini will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 8.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.