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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(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
  • Announced September 2010
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Revealed August 2012
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 23 months before the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-Z16 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 EX-Z16 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Casio EX-Z16

 Galaxy Camera 3G EX-Z16 
RevealedAugust 2012September 2010Newer by 23 months
Screen sizing4.8""Bigger screen (+4.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 EX-Z16 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution0k0kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 99 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography details
27
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
30
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Sports photography camera
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
44
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography factors
53
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
72
lighter than competition (305g)
good MP (16MP)
fairly wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography advice
32
has manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small ( inches)
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
47
fairly wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging factors
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (848 x 480 pxls)
missing mic socket
36
fairly wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (305g)
display isn't selfie friendly
no microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-09-20 2012-08-29
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 -
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focus range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing - 4.8 inch
Display resolution 0k dot 0k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds -
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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
Highest video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 305 gr (0.67 lb)
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 shooting
Type of storage - micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $100 $606