Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR100.jpg)
![Samsung PL170 front Samsung PL170 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL170/Samsung-PL170-front.jpg)
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39 Features
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
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.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung PL170
EX-ZR100 | PL170 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Casio EX-ZR100
PL170 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung PL170
EX-ZR100 | PL170 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR100-vs-Samsung-PL170-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and PL170 is 92 and 99 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR100-vs-Samsung-PL170-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR100-vs-Samsung-PL170-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR100-vs-Samsung-PL170-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung PL170 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $175 |