Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung SL720

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung SL720, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was released 2 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the SL720.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and SL720 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and SL720.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.