Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Other Name is PL65

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZS5 was launched 23 months after the SL620 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZS5 grades against the SL620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 & Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung SL620
EX-ZS5 | SL620 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Casio EX-ZS5
SL620 | EX-ZS5 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung SL620
EX-ZS5 | SL620 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS5 offers physical 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) and the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung SL620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the SL620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and SL620 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS5 and SL620.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZS5 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS5 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Samsung SL620 |
Also called as | - | PL65 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
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 measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $100 | $200 |