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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(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
Samsung PL120
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Samsung PL120

 EX-ZS15 PL120 
RevealedJuly 2011January 2011Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 PL120 EX-ZS15 
Screen size2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Samsung PL120

 EX-ZS15 PL120 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

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.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography advice
Samsung PL120 Portrait photography advice
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
28
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography advice
Samsung PL120 Street photography advice
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (154g)
maximum ISO low (0)
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Sports photography camera
32
resolution is good (14MP)
provides tracking focus
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
26
good MP (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography highlights
Samsung PL120 Travel photography highlights
61
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (154 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
71
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography advice
Samsung PL120 Landscape photography advice
32
great maximum aperture (f)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
screen is small ( inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
33
great max aperture (f)
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging details
Samsung PL120 Vlogging details
26
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (154g)
31
great max aperture (f)
comes with mic support
does not posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Samsung PL120
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Samsung PL120
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