Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2010

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung PL200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was introduced 2 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-ZR700 matches up vs the PL200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Samsung PL200
EX-ZR700 | PL200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 31 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Casio EX-ZR700
PL200 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung PL200
EX-ZR700 | PL200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the PL200.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and PL200.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR700 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung PL200 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 170g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | 470 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $370 | $0 |