Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" 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 May 2009
- Alternate Name is WB500

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z270 versus Samsung HZ10W, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and HZ10W (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

The EX-Z270 was revealed 4 months before the HZ10W and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z270 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-Z270 grades versus the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Samsung HZ10W
EX-Z270 | HZ10W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Casio EX-Z270
HZ10W | EX-Z270 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Samsung HZ10W
EX-Z270 | HZ10W | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z270 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W 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).
Examine the Casio EX-Z270 versus Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z270 versus the HZ10W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and HZ10W is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and HZ10W.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The EX-Z270 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier.

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Casio EX-Z270 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also called as | - | WB500 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 lbs) | 249g (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $300 |