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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Samsung GX-1S front
Portability
68
Imaging
45
Features
36
Overall
41

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Samsung GX-1S
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Released January 2006
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Overview

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung GX-1S, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Casio and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZS10 was unveiled 5 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZS10 grades against the GX-1S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Samsung GX-1S

 EX-ZS10 GX-1S 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2006Fresher by 61 months

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Casio EX-ZS10

 GX-1S EX-ZS10 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen dimensions2.5""Bigger screen (+2.5")
Screen resolution210k0kCrisper screen (+210k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung GX-1S

 EX-ZS10 GX-1S 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS10 enjoys outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung GX-1S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS10 versus the GX-1S.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and GX-1S is 99 and 68 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison

Often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and GX-1S.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZS10 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-ZS10 will produce extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS10 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Portrait photography with Samsung GX-1S
28
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
51
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview feature
low megapixels (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Street photography with Samsung GX-1S
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
60
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (605g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Sports photography with Samsung GX-1S
32
good resolution (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
39
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography info
Samsung GX-1S Travel photography info
71
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
52
lighter than competition in class (605 grams)
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
low megapixels (6MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung GX-1S as a Landscape photography camera
33
great max aperture (f)
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
tiny screen ( inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
47
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung GX-1S as a Vlogging camera
27
great max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
9
can't shoot video
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung GX-1S
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Samsung GX-1S
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Samsung GX-1S
Type Ultracompact Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2011-01-05 2006-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 3008 x 2008
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 200
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Pentax KAF
Lens zoom range () -
Number of lenses - 151
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 2.5"
Display resolution 0k dot 210k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 30s
Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 605 gr (1.33 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer - Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $120 $850