Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Released September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-ZR100 was released 11 months after the NX100 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR100 grades vs the NX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung NX100
EX-ZR100 | NX100 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | September 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Casio EX-ZR100
NX100 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 461k | Sharper display (+153k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung NX100
EX-ZR100 | NX100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the NX100.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and NX100 is 92 and 88 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and NX100.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR100 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX100 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR100 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung NX100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 pounds) | 282g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $386 |