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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Samsung SL720 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
Samsung SL720
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Launched July 2009
  • Also referred to as PL70
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was unveiled 18 months after the SL720 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZS10 scores vs the SL720 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Samsung SL720

 EX-ZS10 SL720 
LaunchedJanuary 2011July 2009Newer by 18 months

Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 SL720 EX-ZS10 
Display size2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung SL720

 EX-ZS10 SL720 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS10 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZS10 and the SL720.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and SL720 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS10 and SL720.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZS10 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS10 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography advice
Samsung SL720 Portrait photography advice
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
20
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography factors
Samsung SL720 Street photography factors
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
maximum ISO low (0)
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than competitors in class (168g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography information
Samsung SL720 Sports photography information
32
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography information
Samsung SL720 Travel photography information
71
megapixel count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
55
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors in class (168g)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography information
Samsung SL720 Landscape photography information
33
very good max aperture (f)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
27
really wide (28mm)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging info
Samsung SL720 Vlogging info
27
very good max aperture (f)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic port
25
really wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
more heavy than competitors in class (168g)
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung SL720
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Samsung SL720
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Samsung SL720
Also called - PL70
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2009-07-14
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO - 1600
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 28-102mm (3.6x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 8 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.60 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
Hot shoe
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 720 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 168g (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model - SLB-10A
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $120 $119