Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 2 years after the ST100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 matches up against the ST100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Samsung ST100. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Samsung ST100
EX-ZR15 | ST100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Casio EX-ZR15
ST100 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung ST100
EX-ZR15 | ST100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the ST100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and ST100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and ST100.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR15 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR15 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung ST100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lbs) | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Battery life | 325 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $249 | $250 |