Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung NX2000

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Samsung NX2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR400 was announced 10 months before the NX2000 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the NX2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and NX2000 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and NX2000.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR400 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX2000 will give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR400 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.