Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX300M
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX300M 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
- Announced August 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Below is a complete overview of the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX300M, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-ZR800 was released 8 months later than the NX300M so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR800 scores vs the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Samsung NX300M
| EX-ZR800 | NX300M | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2013 |  | January 2013 | More recent by 8 months |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 768k | Clearer screen (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Casio EX-ZR800
| NX300M | EX-ZR800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3.3" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX300M
| EX-ZR800 | NX300M | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR800 enjoys 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) and the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the NX300M.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and NX300M is 91 and 86 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and NX300M.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR800 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will give greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR800 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Samsung NX300M | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Samsung NX300M |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-08-07 | 2013-01-03 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | DRIMe IV |
| 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 247 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 4cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
| Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 768 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 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 |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| 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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 222g (0.49 lb) | 331g (0.73 lb) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
| 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 photos | 330 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-130 | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $429 | $699 |
