Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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15 Overall
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Launched June 2013
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the EX-ZS15 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-ZS15 was introduced 23 months before the Galaxy NX making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZS15 matches up versus the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
EX-ZS15 | Galaxy NX |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Casio EX-ZS15
Galaxy NX | EX-ZS15 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 23 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 4.8" | " | Larger display (+4.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 0k | Sharper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Samsung Galaxy NX
EX-ZS15 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS15 features outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the Galaxy NX.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and Galaxy NX is 95 and 82 respectively.
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and Galaxy NX.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZS15 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZS15 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-07-18 | 2013-06-20 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | () | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 lb) | 495 gr (1.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 440 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $248 | $1,300 |