Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST100

Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z270 versus Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and ST100 (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and ST100 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z270 was announced 12 months prior to the ST100 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z270 scores vs the ST100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z270 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z270 compared to the ST100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and ST100 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z270 and ST100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung ST100 will render greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.