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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Alternative Name is PL65
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-S7 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was revealed 13 months later than the SL620 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-S7 grades versus the SL620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Samsung SL620

 EX-S7 SL620 
ReleasedFebruary 2010February 2009Fresher by 13 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Casio EX-S7

 SL620 EX-S7 

Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Samsung SL620

 EX-S7 SL620 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen size
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S7 offers external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S7 versus Samsung SL620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-S7 and the SL620.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and SL620 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S7 and SL620.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-S7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Portrait photography info
Samsung SL620 Portrait photography info
27
has manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
26
offers face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-S7
Street photography with Samsung SL620
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than competition (168g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Sports photography highlights
Samsung SL620 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S7 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung SL620 as a Travel photography camera
52
has built in flash
missing Timelapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (168 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography factors
Samsung SL620 Landscape photography factors
28
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
23
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S7 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung SL620 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone jack
24
offers face detect focusing
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic port
heavier than competition (168g)
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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S7 and Samsung SL620
 Casio Exilim EX-S7Samsung SL620
General Information
Make Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-S7 Samsung SL620
Also referred to as - PL65
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-21 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.20 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121 grams (0.27 lbs) 168 grams (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $140 $200