Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung NX2000

In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR700 was introduced 10 months earlier than the NX2000 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-ZR700 grades against the NX2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the NX2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and NX2000.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR700 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX2000 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.