Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung PL120

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was announced 3 months earlier than the PL120 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z16 matches up against the PL120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 has got outer 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 PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z16 against the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and PL120 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and PL120.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung PL120 to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively.