Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung SL820

Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S5 versus Samsung SL820, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and SL820 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was brought out very close to the SL820 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-S5 scores vs the SL820 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Samsung SL820. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S5 has physical measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S5 versus Samsung SL820 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the SL820.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and SL820 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S5 and SL820.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung SL820 to show greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively.