Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung ST80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z450 was launched 4 months earlier than the ST80 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-Z450 matches up vs the ST80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Samsung ST80
EX-Z450 | ST80 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Casio EX-Z450
ST80 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung ST80
EX-Z450 | ST80 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys physical dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung ST80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the ST80.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and ST80.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST80 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Samsung ST80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lbs) | 118g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-40 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $229 | $249 |