Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90
92 Imaging
39 Features
51 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Samsung ST90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was manufactured 2 years after the ST90 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-ZR400 grades versus the ST90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Samsung ST90
EX-ZR400 | ST90 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Casio EX-ZR400
ST90 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung ST90
EX-ZR400 | ST90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the ST90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and ST90 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and ST90.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR400 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR400 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Samsung ST90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $150 |