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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 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
  • Introduced January 2011
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

Lets look much closer at the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was launched very close to the ST65 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZS5 scores vs the ST65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung ST65

 EX-ZS5 ST65 
Display resolution461k460kSharper display (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 ST65 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST65

 EX-ZS5 ST65 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS5 features 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 ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZS5 vs the ST65.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and ST65 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and ST65.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography highlights
28
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography advice
Samsung ST65 Street photography advice
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography factors
Samsung ST65 Sports photography factors
32
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
26
resolution is good (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography advice
Samsung ST65 Travel photography advice
70
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
70
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography details
Samsung ST65 Landscape photography details
37
good max aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inches)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
36
good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST65 as a Vlogging camera
27
good max aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (848 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
27
good maximum aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic jack
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST65
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Samsung ST65
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Samsung ST65
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-19
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () ()
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 461k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Time lapse shooting
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $100 $130