Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung NX1000

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Samsung NX1000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR1000 was launched 6 months later than the NX1000 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-ZR1000 scores vs the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the NX1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and NX1000.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR1000 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.