Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung PL120

Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung PL120, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was announced 21 months later than the PL120 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up against the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the PL120.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and PL120 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and PL120.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR1000 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.