Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80
99 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is ST5500

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was released 9 months after the CL80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the CL80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung CL80
EX-Z16 | CL80 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 9 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Casio EX-Z16
CL80 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung CL80
EX-Z16 | CL80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the CL80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and CL80 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and CL80.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung CL80 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z16 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung CL80 |
Alternative name | - | ST5500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | - | 3.7" |
Resolution of screen | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 160g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $100 | $400 |