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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Samsung ST90 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 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
  • Revealed January 2011
Samsung ST90
(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
  • Launched January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS5 was released very close to the ST90 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZS5 scores vs the ST90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung ST90

 EX-ZS5 ST90 
Display resolution461k460kCrisper display (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 ST90 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST90

 EX-ZS5 ST90 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS5 enjoys outer dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Samsung ST90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZS5 versus the ST90.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and ST90 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS5 and ST90.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST90 Portrait photography info
28
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography information
Samsung ST90 Street photography information
49
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
49
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography features
Samsung ST90 Sports photography features
32
MP count decent (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography highlights
Samsung ST90 Travel photography highlights
71
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
71
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST90 as a Landscape photography camera
38
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
37
great max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS5
Vlogging with Samsung ST90
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (848 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
27
great max aperture (f)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST90
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Samsung ST90
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Samsung ST90
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-19
Physical type 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 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () ()
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 461k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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 file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment 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") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" 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
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $100 $150