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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Samsung ST95 front
Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
19
Overall
30

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 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
  • Announced January 2011
Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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 ST95 Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was revealed very close to the ST95 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-ZS5 scores versus the ST95 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung ST95

 EX-ZS5 ST95 
Screen resolution461k460kClearer screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 ST95 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST95

 EX-ZS5 ST95 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 features external dimensions 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 ST95 has dimensions 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the ST95.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and ST95 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS5 and ST95.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST95 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography factors
Samsung ST95 Portrait photography factors
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
29
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography info
Samsung ST95 Street photography info
49
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
50
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography features
Samsung ST95 Sports photography features
32
good resolution (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
27
MP count decent (16MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography factors
Samsung ST95 Travel photography factors
71
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
71
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography information
Samsung ST95 Landscape photography information
38
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
37
great max aperture (f)
nice screen size (3")
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST95 as a Vlogging camera
27
great maximum aperture (f)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (848 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
27
great max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung ST95
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Samsung ST95
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Samsung ST95
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 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 dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () ()
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
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
Card slots One One
Launch price $100 $145