Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung PL170

Here is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-Z450 versus Samsung PL170, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was brought out 16 months before the PL170 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z450 matches up against the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Samsung PL170. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Samsung PL170 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the PL170.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and PL170 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and PL170.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung PL170 to provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.