Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Samsung ST6500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-ZR700 was introduced 2 years after the ST6500 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR700 scores against the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Samsung ST6500
EX-ZR700 | ST6500 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Casio EX-ZR700
ST6500 | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Samsung ST6500
EX-ZR700 | ST6500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 enjoys external 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 ST6500 has measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Samsung ST6500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the ST6500.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and ST6500 is 91 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and ST6500.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR700 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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), | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 470 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $370 | - |