Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung ST95

Following is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was manufactured 24 months prior to the ST95 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-S5 grades against the ST95 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S5 offers exterior 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) and the Samsung ST95 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung ST95 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-S5 versus the ST95.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and ST95 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and ST95.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST95 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.