Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung PL210

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung PL210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was introduced 16 months prior to the PL210 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z90 scores versus the PL210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 features outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z90 and the PL210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and PL210.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung PL210 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.