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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 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
  • Revealed January 2011
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS10 was released at a similar time to the PL210 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZS10 matches up against the PL210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Samsung PL210

 EX-ZS10 PL210 

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 PL210 EX-ZS10 
Display sizing3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung PL210

 EX-ZS10 PL210 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2011Same age
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS10 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the PL210.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and PL210 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and PL210.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should always take the age of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography factors
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography factors
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography advice
Samsung PL210 Street photography advice
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Sports photography with Samsung PL210
32
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
26
good MP (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography info
Samsung PL210 Travel photography info
71
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
71
good MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography details
Samsung PL210 Landscape photography details
33
very good max aperture (f)
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
great maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inches)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS10
Vlogging with Samsung PL210
27
very good max aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
27
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung PL210
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Samsung PL210
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Samsung PL210
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO - -
Lowest native ISO - -
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () ()
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 3"
Resolution of display 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 8 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 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
Time lapse feature
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $120 $200