Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL102
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Also Known as ES55
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Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung SL102, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z16 was revealed 21 months later than the SL102 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Samsung SL102. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung SL102
| EX-Z16 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 21 months | |
| Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Casio EX-Z16
| SL102 | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2.5" | " | Bigger screen (+2.5") | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung SL102
| EX-Z16 | SL102 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung SL102 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 and the SL102.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and SL102 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and SL102.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Casio EX-Z16 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-Z16 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung SL102 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung SL102 |
| Also referred to as | - | ES55 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
| Macro focus range | 7cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | - | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of display | 0k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 116g (0.26 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | - | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | - | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $100 | $130 |