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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

Let's look a little more closely at the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was brought out very close to the PL210 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-ZS5 grades against the PL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung PL210

 EX-ZS5 PL210 
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 PL210 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung PL210

 EX-ZS5 PL210 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZS5 and the PL210.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and PL210 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and PL210.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of images however you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography factors
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography factors
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography highlights
Samsung PL210 Street photography highlights
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography info
Samsung PL210 Sports photography info
32
decent MP (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
26
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography details
Samsung PL210 Travel photography details
71
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly screen
71
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography info
Samsung PL210 Landscape photography info
38
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung PL210 as a Vlogging camera
27
fast max aperture (f)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (848 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung PL210
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Samsung PL210
General Information
Company Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Samsung PL210
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () ()
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $100 $200