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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Samsung ST95 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(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
Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was introduced 4 months prior to the ST95 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z16 matches up versus the ST95 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung ST95

 EX-Z16 ST95 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Casio EX-Z16

 ST95 EX-Z16 
Display sizing3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution460k0kCrisper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST95

 EX-Z16 ST95 
AnnouncedSeptember 2010January 2011Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides exterior dimensions 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) whilst the Samsung ST95 has dimensions 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 and the ST95.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and ST95 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and ST95.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung ST95 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST95 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography factors
Samsung ST95 Street photography factors
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
50
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography features
Samsung ST95 Sports photography features
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
27
good resolution (16 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography highlights
Samsung ST95 Travel photography highlights
53
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography information
Samsung ST95 Landscape photography information
32
manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen ( inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
38
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST95 as a Vlogging camera
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (848 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic port
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic port
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung ST95
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Samsung ST95
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Samsung ST95
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 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 dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 -
Lowest native ISO 64 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) ()
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 3 inch
Resolution of display 0 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
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 Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Time lapse recording
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $100 $145