Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170
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Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the TRYX (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TRYX was launched very close to the PL170 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TRYX matches up vs the PL170 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim TRYX and Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are available at Casio TRYX Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Samsung PL170
TRYX | PL170 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Casio TRYX
PL170 | TRYX |
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Common features in the Casio TRYX and Samsung PL170
TRYX | PL170 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio TRYX features outer measurements of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TRYX compared to the PL170.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TRYX and PL170 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TRYX and PL170.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung PL170 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively.

Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim TRYX | Samsung PL170 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 21mm (1x) | () |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Physical dimensions | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $689 | $175 |