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Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Key Specs

Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
Kodak M550
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-S7 and Kodak M550, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Kodak. The resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was brought out 2 months later than the M550 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Kodak M550 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-S7 scores versus the M550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Kodak M550

 EX-S7 M550 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Casio EX-S7

 M550 EX-S7 

Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Kodak M550

 EX-S7 M550 
LaunchedFebruary 2010January 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Kodak M550 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S7 against the M550.

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and M550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and M550.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S7 as a Portrait photography camera
Kodak M550 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Street photography info
Kodak M550 Street photography info
48
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
54
lighter than average (125 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (1,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-S7
Sports photography with Kodak M550
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Travel photography highlights
Kodak M550 Travel photography highlights
52
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
67
lighter than average (125g)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography information
Kodak M550 Landscape photography information
28
manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
31
fairly wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-S7
Vlogging with Kodak M550
22
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
31
fairly wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than average (125 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic jack
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Casio EX-S7 vs Kodak M550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S7 and Kodak M550
 Casio Exilim EX-S7Kodak EasyShare M550
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Kodak
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S7 Kodak EasyShare M550
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-21 2010-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1000
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focusing distance 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
Hot shoe
AEB
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), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG -
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 121 grams (0.27 lbs) 125 grams (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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-80 KLIC-7006
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, double)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $140 $119