Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700
90 Imaging
39 Features
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98 Imaging
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Released September 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced December 2010

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was manufactured 22 months after the WB700 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-ZR1000 grades vs the WB700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Samsung WB700
EX-ZR1000 | WB700 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | December 2010 | More modern by 22 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
WB700 | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+153k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Samsung WB700
EX-ZR1000 | WB700 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features 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) while the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the WB700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and WB700 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and WB700.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR1000 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung WB700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-25 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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), | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255g (0.56 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $572 | $300 |