Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Casio EX-10 and Samsung CL80 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Casio EX-10 has external dimensions of 120 x 68 x 49 mm (4.72 x 2.67 x 1.91″) and weighs 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz) (including batteries). Samsung CL80 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 20 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.79″) and weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Casio EX-10 and the Samsung CL80. Samsung CL80 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 16mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 29mm thinner than Casio EX-10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung CL80 is significantly lighter (224g ) than the Casio EX-10 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Casio Exilim EX-10 nor Samsung CL80 (ST5500) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung CL80's 3.70" LCD screen is slightly larger than Casio EX-10's 3.5" screen.
On the other hand, Casio EX-10 LCD screen has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Samsung CL80 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to EX-10.