Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Lets examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was introduced 13 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-ZR100 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 has physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.