Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500
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33 Features
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FH25 was announced 6 months prior to the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-FH25 matches up vs the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Samsung ST6500
EX-FH25 | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Casio EX-FH25
ST6500 | EX-FH25 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH25 and Samsung ST6500
EX-FH25 | ST6500 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FH25 comes with physical 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 ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-FH25 compared to the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FH25 and ST6500 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FH25 and ST6500.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to show greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Samsung ST6500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 524 grams (1.16 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" 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 ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $450 | - |