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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 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
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was launched within a month of the PL120 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZS5 grades versus the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung PL120

 EX-ZS5 PL120 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 PL120 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung PL120

 EX-ZS5 PL120 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZS5 versus the PL120.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and PL120 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS5 and PL120.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Portrait photography with Samsung PL120
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography advice
Samsung PL120 Street photography advice
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Sports photography camera
32
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
26
resolution is good (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography advice
Samsung PL120 Travel photography advice
71
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
71
resolution is good (14MP)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography features
Samsung PL120 Landscape photography features
38
good max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
33
good maximum aperture (f)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging advice
Samsung PL120 Vlogging advice
27
good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (848 x 480 resolution)
missing mic jack
31
good maximum aperture (f)
has external mic jack
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung PL120
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Samsung PL120
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Samsung PL120
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () ()
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
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 All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Time lapse recording
Storage slots Single -
Price at launch $100 $150