Casio EX-ZR800 vs Samsung TL220

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung TL220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was announced 4 years later than the TL220 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR800 grades vs the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 features outer measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR800 and Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the TL220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and TL220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and TL220.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR800 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR800 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.