Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95
92 Imaging
35 Features
46 Overall
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99 Imaging
38 Features
19 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Samsung ST95, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was announced 7 months later than the ST95 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 ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR100 scores against the ST95 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST95. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung ST95
EX-ZR100 | ST95 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Casio EX-ZR100
ST95 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung ST95
EX-ZR100 | ST95 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung ST95 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Samsung ST95 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the ST95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and ST95 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and ST95.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST95 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR100 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung ST95 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) | - |
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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $145 |