Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170

Here is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Samsung PL170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was announced 7 months later than the PL170 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the PL170 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Samsung PL170. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the PL170.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and PL170 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and PL170.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung PL170 to show greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.