Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5
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35 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
32 Features
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Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-4.5) lens
- 141g - 93 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL10
Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Casio TRYX and Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the TRYX (12MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the TRYX (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TRYX was launched 23 months after the CL5 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the TRYX grades vs the CL5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim TRYX & Samsung CL5. The complete galleries are available at Casio TRYX Gallery & Samsung CL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Samsung CL5
TRYX | CL5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 23 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL5 over the Casio TRYX
CL5 | TRYX |
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Common features in the Casio TRYX and Samsung CL5
TRYX | CL5 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio TRYX features outer dimensions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung CL5 has measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio TRYX and Samsung CL5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TRYX versus the CL5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TRYX and CL5 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TRYX and CL5.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TRYX featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Casio TRYX will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer TRYX is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Casio TRYX vs Samsung CL5 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Samsung CL5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim TRYX | Samsung CL5 |
Also called | - | PL10 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 21mm (1x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 141g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 93 x 60 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $689 | $391 |