Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170
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![Casio Exilim EX-100 front Casio Exilim EX-100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-100/Casio-EX-100-front.jpg)
![Samsung PL170 front Samsung PL170 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL170/Samsung-PL170-front.jpg)
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39 Features
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Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-100 and Samsung PL170, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and PL170 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.
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The EX-100 was manufactured 3 years later than the PL170 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-100 matches up vs the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Samsung PL170. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Samsung PL170
EX-100 | PL170 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Casio EX-100
PL170 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Samsung PL170
EX-100 | PL170 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-100 and Samsung PL170 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-100 vs the PL170.
![Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Samsung-PL170-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and PL170 is 83 and 99 respectively.
![Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Samsung-PL170-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and PL170.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-100 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung PL170 will deliver more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-100 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
![Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Samsung-PL170-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Samsung-PL170-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Samsung PL170 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 389 gr (0.86 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 390 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $572 | $175 |