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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Samsung ST90 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(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
Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Overview

The following is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-Z35 versus Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was revealed 11 months prior to the ST90 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z35 scores versus the ST90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Samsung ST90

 EX-Z35 ST90 
Focus manually Very exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Casio EX-Z35

 ST90 EX-Z35 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 11 months
Display size3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung ST90

 EX-Z35 ST90 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z35 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z35 versus Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the ST90.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z35 and ST90.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST90 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Portrait photography information
Samsung ST90 Portrait photography information
27
focusing manually
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography information
Samsung ST90 Street photography information
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
49
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Sports photography information
Samsung ST90 Sports photography information
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Travel photography advice
Samsung ST90 Travel photography advice
52
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
71
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
great max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z35
Landscape photography with Samsung ST90
28
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
37
great max aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST90 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone support
27
great max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic support
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Samsung ST90
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Samsung ST90
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Samsung ST90
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-21 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 64 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
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) ()
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124g (0.27 lb) -
Physical dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $99 $150