Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX100

On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX100, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The EX-Z550 was launched 8 months prior to the NX100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 and the NX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and NX100.

Clearly, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z550 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX100 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.