Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung ST65

Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was released 17 months prior to the ST65 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z90 scores against the ST65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Samsung ST65. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 features physical dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z90 compared to the ST65.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and ST65 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z90 and ST65.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST65 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.