Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W
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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Also referred to as WB550
Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-H20G versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-H20G was unveiled 20 months after the HZ15W which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-H20G grades vs the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Samsung HZ15W
EX-H20G | HZ15W | |||
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Released | September 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 20 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Casio EX-H20G
HZ15W | EX-H20G |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Samsung HZ15W
EX-H20G | HZ15W | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H20G features physical dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-H20G versus Samsung HZ15W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H20G compared to the HZ15W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and HZ15W is 91 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and HZ15W.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-H20G to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX-H20G provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Samsung HZ15W |
Also Known as | - | WB550 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 gr (0.48 pounds) | 249 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $330 |