Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205 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
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as PL100
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung TL205, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR15 was released 2 years after the TL205 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 matches up against the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Samsung TL205
EX-ZR15 | TL205 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 25 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Casio EX-ZR15
TL205 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung TL205
EX-ZR15 | TL205 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung TL205 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR15 compared to the TL205.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and TL205 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and TL205.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR15 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR15 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung TL205 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (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 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 177g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $249 | $180 |