Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- 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
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Also referred to as Wi-Fi

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was introduced 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
EX-Z16 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Casio EX-Z16
Galaxy Camera | EX-Z16 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+4.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+922k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
EX-Z16 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and Galaxy Camera is 99 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and Galaxy Camera.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also referred to as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | - | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 0 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 300 grams (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $100 | $450 |