Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL220

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL220, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was launched 14 months after the TL220 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z16 grades vs the TL220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides outer 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) while the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z16 against the TL220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and TL220 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and TL220.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-Z16 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.