Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 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
- Revealed 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
- Launched January 2011
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-ZR100 was brought out 7 months after the ST90 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR100 scores against the ST90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung ST90
EX-ZR100 | ST90 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | January 2011 | More modern by 7 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Casio EX-ZR100
ST90 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST90
EX-ZR100 | ST90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 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).
Check the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the ST90.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and ST90 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and ST90.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST90 to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung ST90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | 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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 pounds) | - |
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 All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $150 |