Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL720
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL720 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
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as PL70
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Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-Z16 was released 15 months later than the SL720 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung SL720
| EX-Z16 | SL720 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2010 |  | July 2009 | More recent by 15 months |
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Casio EX-Z16
| SL720 | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung SL720
| EX-Z16 | SL720 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the SL720.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and SL720 is 99 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and SL720.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-Z16 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung SL720 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung SL720 |
| Otherwise known as | - | PL70 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-07-14 |
| Physical type | 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| 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) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.7 |
| Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | - | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 0k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 168g (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" 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 | ||
| Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | - | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $100 | $119 |