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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Announced January 2009
  • Alternative Name is ST50
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z90 versus Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was manufactured 8 months after the TL100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-Z90 matches up vs the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Samsung TL100

 EX-Z90 TL100 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 8 months
Manual focus Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Casio EX-Z90

 TL100 EX-Z90 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung TL100

 EX-Z90 TL100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z90 features outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z90 versus Samsung TL100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 versus the TL100.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and TL100.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger EX-Z90 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography info
Samsung TL100 Portrait photography info
27
has manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
26
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competitors in class (121 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
53
built in image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than competitors in class (219 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z90
Sports photography with Samsung TL100
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
33
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography factors
Samsung TL100 Travel photography factors
56
lighter than competitors in class (121 grams)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
48
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors in class (219g)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z90
Landscape photography with Samsung TL100
28
has manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
27
built in image stabilization (Digital)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL100 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competitors in class (121g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
26
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect focus
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (219g)
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung TL100
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Samsung TL100
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Samsung TL100
Also called as - ST50
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-18 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121g (0.27 lbs) 219g (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Launch cost $150 $22