Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST600

Following is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-S5 versus Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and ST600 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was manufactured 12 months prior to the ST600 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-S5 grades versus the ST600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 features outside 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) whilst the Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-S5 and the ST600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and ST600 is 97 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and ST600.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST600 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.