Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL50

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z90 versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was brought out 7 months later than the SL202 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-Z90 scores against the SL202 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Samsung SL202
EX-Z90 | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Casio EX-Z90
SL202 | EX-Z90 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung SL202
EX-Z90 | SL202 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 has got exterior dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung SL202 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Samsung SL202 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the SL202.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and SL202 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and SL202.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-Z90 to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z90 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Samsung SL202 |
Also Known as | - | PL50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
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 | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-60 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $150 | $140 |