Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 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 Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as ST5000

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was introduced 2 years after the TL240 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR15 scores vs the TL240 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Samsung TL240
EX-ZR15 | TL240 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Casio EX-ZR15
TL240 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung TL240
EX-ZR15 | TL240 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the TL240.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and TL240 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and TL240.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR15 to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR15 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung TL240 |
Also referred to as | - | ST5000 |
Category | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
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 | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 160 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | SLB-11A |
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, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $249 | $171 |