Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST600

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was launched 9 months later than the ST600 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the ST600 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z16 against the ST600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and ST600 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and ST600.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST600 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z16 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.