Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120
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37 Features
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-ZS15 was brought out 7 months after the PL120 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-ZS15 matches up versus the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 & Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Samsung PL120
EX-ZS15 | PL120 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Casio EX-ZS15
PL120 | EX-ZS15 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Samsung PL120
EX-ZS15 | PL120 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS15 comes with outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZS15 against the PL120.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and PL120.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZS15 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | Samsung PL120 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-18 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | () |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 0k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 recording | ||
Card slots | 1 | - |
Cost at release | $248 | $150 |