Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was brought out 24 months before the SH100 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z400 grades versus the SH100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Samsung SH100
EX-Z400 | SH100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Casio EX-Z400
SH100 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Samsung SH100
EX-Z400 | SH100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z400 vs the SH100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z400 and SH100.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung SH100 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older EX-Z400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Samsung SH100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-04 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4230 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" 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-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $200 |