Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung EX2F

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung EX2F, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor size.

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The EX-ZS5 was launched 23 months before the EX2F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-ZS5 grades versus the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS5 features external 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) and the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZS5 and the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and EX2F is 99 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and EX2F.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZS5 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Casio EX-ZS5 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older EX-ZS5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.