Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Successor is Samsung NX200

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

The EX-ZR700 was launched 2 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Samsung NX100
EX-ZR700 | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Casio EX-ZR700
NX100 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung NX100
EX-ZR700 | NX100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has got 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) whilst the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the NX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and NX100.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR700 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Casio EX-ZR700 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR700 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung NX100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 282 gr (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 420 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $370 | $386 |