Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung ST93

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was released 2 years after the ST93 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR800 matches up against the ST93 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 features outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung ST93 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the ST93.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and ST93 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and ST93.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-ZR800 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.