Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung ST30

On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung ST30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") have different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR15 was announced 12 months later than the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the ST30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 has got external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has proportions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung ST30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the ST30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and ST30 is 93 and 98 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and ST30.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR15 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Casio EX-ZR15 will offer you extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR15 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.