Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung PL210

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung PL210, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was revealed 2 years later than the PL210 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZR700 scores against the PL210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Samsung PL210. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 features outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung PL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR700 compared to the PL210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and PL210 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and PL210.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR700 provides a benefit in sensor tech.