Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Revealed November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Other Name is WB5500

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was announced 5 months earlier than the HZ50W which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-G1 scores versus the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Samsung HZ50W
EX-G1 | HZ50W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Casio EX-G1
HZ50W | EX-G1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung HZ50W
EX-G1 | HZ50W | |||
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Revealed | November 2009 | ![]() | May 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-G1 vs the HZ50W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and HZ50W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and HZ50W.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung HZ50W to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also called as | - | WB5500 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-11-18 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 grams (0.34 lb) | 426 grams (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | NP-800 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $61 | $250 |