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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
46
Overall
39
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR100
(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
Samsung ST65
(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
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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").

Photography Glossary

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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung ST65

 EX-ZR100 ST65 
IntroducedJuly 2011January 2011Newer by 7 months
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Screen resolution461k460kCrisper screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 ST65 EX-ZR100 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST65

 EX-ZR100 ST65 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"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).

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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.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography highlights
29
has manual focus
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Street photography highlights
Samsung ST65 Street photography highlights
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (204 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Sports photography camera
46
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
high frames per second (40.0 frames/s)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking autofocus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count decent (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Travel photography camera
63
lighter than competition (204g)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (300mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.0)
71
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung ST65 Landscape photography highlights
43
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
37
good maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Vlogging information
Samsung ST65 Vlogging information
33
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (204 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external mic port
27
good maximum aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST65
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100Samsung ST65
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