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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Samsung TL225 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 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
  • Introduced September 2010
Samsung TL225
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2009
  • Additionally Known as ST550
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 14 months later than the TL225 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the TL225 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung TL225

 EX-Z16 TL225 
AnnouncedSeptember 2010August 2009More recent by 14 months
Focus manually More precise focus

Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Casio EX-Z16

 TL225 EX-Z16 
Display sizing3.5""Larger display (+3.5")
Display resolution1152k0kSharper display (+1152k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung TL225

 EX-Z16 TL225 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 has outside measurements 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) and the Samsung TL225 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung TL225 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the TL225.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and TL225 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and TL225.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-Z16 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL225 as a Portrait photography camera
27
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL225 as a Street photography camera
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (187 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography advice
Samsung TL225 Sports photography advice
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography features
Samsung TL225 Travel photography features
53
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
59
has touch focus
has built in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (187g)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography details
Samsung TL225 Landscape photography details
32
focusing manually
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen ( inch)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse function
37
reasonably wide (27mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL225 as a Vlogging camera
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (848 x 480 pxls)
no mic jack
29
reasonably wide (27mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competition (187 grams)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung TL225
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Samsung TL225
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Samsung TL225
Also called - ST550
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-09-20 2009-08-13
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip 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 alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 27-124mm (4.6x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 7cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 3.5 inch
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 1,152 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 187 gr (0.41 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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
Battery ID - SLB-07A
Self timer - Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $100 $488