Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5500

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z35 was introduced 2 months later than the CL80 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z35 grades against the CL80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Samsung CL80
EX-Z35 | CL80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Casio EX-Z35
CL80 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Screen size | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung CL80
EX-Z35 | CL80 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 features outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung CL80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the CL80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and CL80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and CL80.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung CL80 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Samsung CL80 |
Also called as | - | ST5500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-21 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-82 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $99 | $400 |