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Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170

Portability
69
Imaging
34
Features
37
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-FH25 front
 
Samsung PL170 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs

Casio EX-FH25
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 524g - 122 x 81 x 83mm
  • Revealed July 2010
Samsung PL170
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Overview

In this article, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FH25 was announced 6 months before the PL170 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-FH25 scores versus the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Samsung PL170

 EX-FH25 PL170 
Manually focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Casio EX-FH25

 PL170 EX-FH25 

Common features in the Casio EX-FH25 and Samsung PL170

 EX-FH25 PL170 
AnnouncedJuly 2010January 2011Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FH25 features outer measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FH25 and the PL170.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH25 and PL170 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FH25 and PL170.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung PL170 to produce greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FH25 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung PL170 Portrait photography highlights
36
has manual focus
delivers RAW files
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FH25 as a Street photography camera
Samsung PL170 as a Street photography camera
51
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
heavier than competitors in class (524 grams)
50
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FH25 Sports photography factors
Samsung PL170 Sports photography factors
42
great zoom range (26-520mm 20.0 x zoom)
high frames per second (40.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
27
megapixel count good (16MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FH25 Travel photography features
Samsung PL170 Travel photography features
49
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
long zoom (520mm)
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (524g)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
71
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FH25 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung PL170 Landscape photography highlights
45
has manual focus
really wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no Time Lapse mode
39
very good maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-FH25
Vlogging with Samsung PL170
22
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic port
heavier than competitors in class (524g)
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FH25 and Samsung PL170
 Casio Exilim EX-FH25Samsung PL170
General Information
Company Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FH25 Samsung PL170
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-07-06 2011-01-05
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-520mm (20.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/2.8-4.5 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 40.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.30 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye -
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 448 x 336 (30, 120, 240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 524 grams (1.16 pounds) -
Dimensions 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) -
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots One One
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