Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202
96 Imaging
32 Features
22 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternative Name is PL50

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty close but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and SL202 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

The EX-Z270 was brought out at a similar time to the SL202 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z270 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z270 grades against the SL202 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Samsung SL202
EX-Z270 | SL202 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Casio EX-Z270
SL202 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Samsung SL202
EX-Z270 | SL202 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z270 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z270 compared to the SL202.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and SL202 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and SL202.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The EX-Z270 has the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF tougher.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Samsung SL202 |
Also Known as | - | PL50 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NP-80 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $140 |