Casio EX-ZR10 vs Samsung ST700

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Samsung ST700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Casio and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR10 was introduced 3 months earlier than the ST700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR10 matches up vs the ST700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Samsung ST700. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR10 features outside measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Samsung ST700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the ST700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and ST700 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and ST700.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung ST700 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively.