Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z270 and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and ST700 (16MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and ST700 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z270 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the ST700 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z270 scores vs the ST700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z270 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z270 and Samsung ST700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z270 and the ST700.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z270 and ST700.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung ST700 will offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.