Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 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 August 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as PL100

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung TL205, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was announced 3 years after the TL205 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR800 scores versus the TL205 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Samsung TL205
EX-ZR800 | TL205 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 44 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Casio EX-ZR800
TL205 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung TL205
EX-ZR800 | TL205 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung TL205 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the TL205.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and TL205 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and TL205.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR800 to offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR800 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Samsung TL205 |
Also called as | - | PL100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 lbs) | 177g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $429 | $180 |