Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200

The following is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-100 versus Samsung PL200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty similar but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and PL200 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-100 was manufactured 3 years after the PL200 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-100 scores versus the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 offers outer measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-100 versus Samsung PL200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-100 versus the PL200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and PL200 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-100 and PL200.

To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-100 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung PL200 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.