Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung DV150F

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung DV150F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was revealed 5 years earlier than the DV150F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-S5 scores against the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S5 offers outside dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S5 against the DV150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and DV150F is 97 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and DV150F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung DV150F to provide greater detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.