Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched February 2006

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung GX-1L, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Casio and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

The EX-ZR700 was announced 7 years after the GX-1L which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR700 scores against the GX-1L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Samsung GX-1L
EX-ZR700 | GX-1L | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2006 | More modern by 85 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+712k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Casio EX-ZR700
GX-1L | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung GX-1L
EX-ZR700 | GX-1L | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 features physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung GX-1L in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR700 compared to the GX-1L.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and GX-1L is 91 and 69 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and GX-1L.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR700 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Casio EX-ZR700 will provide greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR700 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung GX-1L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung GX-1L |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2006-02-24 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 5 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
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), | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) | 570 grams (1.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $370 | $0 |