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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
 
Samsung NX200 front
Portability
90
Imaging
61
Features
57
Overall
59

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2013
Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
  • Launched February 2012
  • Previous Model is Samsung NX100
  • Updated by Samsung NX210
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR400 was announced 12 months after the NX200 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the NX200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Samsung NX200

 EX-ZR400 NX200 
LaunchedJanuary 2013February 2012Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Casio EX-ZR400

 NX200 EX-ZR400 
Screen resolution614k461kSharper screen (+153k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung NX200

 EX-ZR400 NX200 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the NX200.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and NX200 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and NX200.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR400 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX200 will produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Portrait photography advice
Samsung NX200 Portrait photography advice
39
focusing manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
76
focusing manually
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Street photography with Samsung NX200
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
73
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition (223 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Sports photography factors
Samsung NX200 Sports photography factors
57
incredible zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast shooting (30.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
includes tracking focus
better than average battery pack (500 shots)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
55
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Travel photography info
Samsung NX200 Travel photography info
71
better than average battery pack (500 per charge)
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (300mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
68
lighter than competition (223g)
decent megapixels (20MP)
no Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung NX200 as a Landscape photography camera
52
focusing manually
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
better than average battery pack (500 CIPA)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX200 as a Vlogging camera
33
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
no mic jack
34
offers face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (223 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
no external mic support
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung NX200
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400Samsung NX200
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 Samsung NX200
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2013-01-29 2012-02-28
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 3200 12800
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 15
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.9 -
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 461k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 30.0 frames per second 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.70 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205g (0.45 pounds) 223g (0.49 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 69
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.6
DXO Low light score not tested 618
Other
Battery life 500 photos 330 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-130 BC1030
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $0 $818