Casio EX-100 vs Casio EX-Z550

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-100 versus Casio EX-Z550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the EX-Z550 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and EX-Z550 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The EX-100 was announced 4 years later than the EX-Z550 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-100 grades versus the EX-Z550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 features exterior measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z550 has measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-100 versus Casio EX-Z550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-100 vs the EX-Z550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and EX-Z550 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and EX-Z550.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Casio EX-Z550 will provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer EX-100 provides a benefit in sensor technology.