Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung PL170

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung PL170, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was unveiled 3 months earlier than the PL170 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-H20G grades vs the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Samsung PL170. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung PL170 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-H20G against the PL170.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and PL170.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung PL170 to give extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively.