Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung NX5

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung NX5, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly close but the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZS10 was announced 8 months after the NX5 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZS10 scores versus the NX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZS10 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS10 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZS10 and the NX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS10 and NX5 is 99 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and NX5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZS10 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX5 will result in more detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.