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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 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 TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Also referred to as ST5000
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was launched 13 months after the TL240 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZS5 grades vs the TL240 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Samsung TL240

 EX-ZS5 TL240 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 13 months
Display resolution461k230kSharper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 TL240 EX-ZS5 
Display size3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung TL240

 EX-ZS5 TL240 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS5 comes with physical 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) whilst the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS5 vs the TL240.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and TL240 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS5 and TL240.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZS5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography advice
Samsung TL240 Portrait photography advice
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography information
Samsung TL240 Street photography information
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch to focus
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than others (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL240 Sports photography factors
32
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Travel photography with Samsung TL240
71
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
60
supports touch to focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than others (160 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography advice
Samsung TL240 Landscape photography advice
38
good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse function
37
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging highlights
Samsung TL240 Vlogging highlights
27
good max aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (848 x 480 pxls)
no microphone jack
27
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
more heavy than others (160g)
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Samsung TL240
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Samsung TL240
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Samsung TL240
Other name - ST5000
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4334 x 3256
Max native ISO 3200 4800
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 31-217mm (7.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3.5 inch
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 5.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
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
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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
Battery ID - SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $100 $171