Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700
99 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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98 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(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
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed December 2010

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung WB700, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was manufactured 3 months before the WB700 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung WB700
EX-Z16 | WB700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Casio EX-Z16
WB700 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+614k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung WB700
EX-Z16 | WB700 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | ![]() | December 2010 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 features outer 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) while the Samsung WB700 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z16 versus Samsung WB700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the WB700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and WB700 is 99 and 98 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and WB700.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung WB700 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung WB700 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | - | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 0 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 feature | ||
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $100 | $300 |