Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally Known as ES55

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung SL102, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was launched at a similar time to the SL102 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-Z400 matches up against the SL102 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Samsung SL102
EX-Z400 | SL102 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Casio EX-Z400
SL102 | EX-Z400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Samsung SL102
EX-Z400 | SL102 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z400 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung SL102 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z400 versus the SL102.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and SL102 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z400 and SL102.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z400 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Samsung SL102 |
Also called | - | ES55 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | - |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $130 |