Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65
92 Imaging
35 Features
46 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 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
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was manufactured 7 months after the ST65 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the ST65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung ST65
EX-ZR100 | ST65 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Casio EX-ZR100
ST65 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST65
EX-ZR100 | ST65 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides physical measurements 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 ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the ST65.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and ST65 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and ST65.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung ST65 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung ST65 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-19 |
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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $130 |