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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Samsung ST90 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Released September 2010
Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was manufactured 4 months before the ST90 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-Z16 matches up against the ST90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung ST90

 EX-Z16 ST90 
Manual focus More precise focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Casio EX-Z16

 ST90 EX-Z16 
Screen sizing3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution460k0kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST90

 EX-Z16 ST90 
ReleasedSeptember 2010January 2011Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the ST90.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and ST90 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and ST90.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung ST90 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography features
Samsung ST90 Portrait photography features
27
manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST90 as a Street photography camera
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z16
Sports photography with Samsung ST90
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
26
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography info
Samsung ST90 Travel photography info
53
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography factors
Samsung ST90 Landscape photography factors
32
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small ( inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z16
Vlogging with Samsung ST90
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (848 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone port
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST90
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Samsung ST90
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Samsung ST90
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-09-20 2011-01-19
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
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 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 -
Min native ISO 64 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focus range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 3"
Resolution of screen 0k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 recording
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $100 $150