Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
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.

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.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Samsung ST700
EX-Z270 | ST700 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Casio EX-Z270
ST700 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Samsung ST700
EX-Z270 | ST700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
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.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
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.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Samsung ST700 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | - |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $0 | $280 |