Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2009
(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
- Introduced April 2012
- New Model is Samsung NX1100

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z450 versus Samsung NX1000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

The EX-Z450 was released 3 years earlier than the NX1000 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z450 grades versus the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Samsung NX1000
EX-Z450 | NX1000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Casio EX-Z450
NX1000 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Introduced | April 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung NX1000
EX-Z450 | NX1000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 provides outside dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z450 versus Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z450 compared to the NX1000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and NX1000 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and NX1000.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z450 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1000 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Samsung NX1000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $229 | $388 |