Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung PL170

Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung PL170, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was launched 2 years after the PL170 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR800 scores versus the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 comes with physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung PL170 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the PL170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and PL170.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-ZR800 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.