Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is WB550
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-FC150 was revealed 9 months later than the HZ15W and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-FC150 matches up versus the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Samsung HZ15W
EX-FC150 | HZ15W | |||
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Revealed | November 2009 | February 2009 | Fresher by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Casio EX-FC150
HZ15W | EX-FC150 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung HZ15W
EX-FC150 | HZ15W | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC150 features external measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC150 against the HZ15W.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC150 and HZ15W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ15W to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-FC150 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called | - | WB550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-11-16 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173g (0.38 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $350 | $330 |