Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung ST80

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Samsung ST80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR1000 was launched 2 years after the ST80 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the ST80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Samsung ST80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the ST80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and ST80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and ST80.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR1000 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR1000 provides an edge in sensor tech.