Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe EX-Z33 was released 16 months earlier than the PL170 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z33 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-Z33 grades against the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Samsung PL170
EX-Z33 | PL170 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Casio EX-Z33
PL170 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 16 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Samsung PL170
EX-Z33 | PL170 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the PL170.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and PL170 is 97 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and PL170.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung PL170 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Samsung PL170 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 106g (0.23 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $120 | $175 |