Casio EX-100 vs Samsung ST65

The following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-100 and Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is pretty similar but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and ST65 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was announced 3 years after the ST65 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-100 grades against the ST65 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 has got external dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-100 and Samsung ST65 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-100 compared to the ST65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and ST65 is 83 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and ST65.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-100 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung ST65 will offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger EX-100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.