Casio EX-ZS15 vs Samsung ST6500

Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was unveiled 6 months later than the ST6500 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-ZS15 matches up vs the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS15 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZS15 and the ST6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS15 and ST6500.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively.