Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung PL120

Its time to examine more in depth at the Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and PL120 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was revealed 24 months prior to the PL120 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-S5 scores against the PL120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 provides external measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-S5 and the PL120.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and PL120 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and PL120.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to produce extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older EX-S5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.