Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Launched September 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was unveiled 15 months before the Galaxy Camera 2 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-ZR1000 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
Galaxy Camera 2 | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2012 | More modern by 15 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+576k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-ZR1000 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR1000 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-09-25 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255 grams (0.56 lbs) | 283 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $572 | $400 |