Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W
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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced May 2010
- Also Known as WB5500

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-H20G versus Samsung HZ50W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was revealed 5 months later than the HZ50W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-H20G scores vs the HZ50W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Samsung HZ50W
EX-H20G | HZ50W | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Casio EX-H20G
HZ50W | EX-H20G |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Samsung HZ50W
EX-H20G | HZ50W | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | May 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H20G features physical measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H20G versus Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H20G vs the HZ50W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and HZ50W.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Samsung HZ50W |
Alternate name | - | WB5500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2010-05-03 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | 216g (0.48 lb) | 426g (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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-90 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $250 |