Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720
97 Imaging
32 Features
12 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternative Name is PL70
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and SL720 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-S5 was brought out 6 months before the SL720 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-S5 matches up vs the SL720 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Samsung SL720
EX-S5 | SL720 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Casio EX-S5
SL720 | EX-S5 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung SL720
EX-S5 | SL720 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | July 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S5 versus the SL720.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and SL720 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and SL720.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung SL720 to deliver extra detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Samsung SL720 |
Alternative name | - | PL70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-07-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 9 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 pounds) | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $130 | $119 |