Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93
99 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
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97 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 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
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Revealed April 2011

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZS5 was announced 3 months before the ST93 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZS5 matches up versus the ST93 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 & Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung ST93
EX-ZS5 | ST93 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Casio EX-ZS5
ST93 | EX-ZS5 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST93
EX-ZS5 | ST93 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | April 2011 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS5 has got outside measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung ST93 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST93 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the ST93.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and ST93 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and ST93.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung ST93 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Samsung ST93 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-04-20 |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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 | () | () |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
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 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 shooting | ||
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $100 | - |