Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 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 August 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1000
- Renewed by Samsung NX2000

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively similar but the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

The EX-ZR800 was unveiled 4 months after the NX1100 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZR800 grades vs the NX1100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Samsung NX1100
EX-ZR800 | NX1100 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Casio EX-ZR800
NX1100 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX1100
EX-ZR800 | NX1100 | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | April 2013 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR800 offers outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX1100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the NX1100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and NX1100 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and NX1100.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR800 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX1100 will offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Samsung NX1100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-08-07 | 2013-04-11 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
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 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 4cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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), | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 320 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $429 | $600 |