Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90
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Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and ST90 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-S5 was introduced 24 months before the ST90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-S5 grades against the ST90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Samsung ST90
EX-S5 | ST90 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Casio EX-S5
ST90 | EX-S5 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 115k | Clearer display (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung ST90
EX-S5 | ST90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 enjoys physical 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 ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung ST90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the ST90.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and ST90 is 97 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S5 and ST90.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung ST90 to offer more detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Samsung ST90 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100 gr (0.22 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $130 | $150 |