Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200
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Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010

Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
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.

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.

Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Samsung PL200
EX-100 | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 44 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Casio EX-100
PL200 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Samsung PL200
EX-100 | PL200 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
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.

Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
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.

Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-100 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Samsung PL200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-06 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | Super Clear LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.10 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 389 grams (0.86 lbs) | 170 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $572 | $0 |