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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP

Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 front
 
Olympus Stylus 550WP front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Key Specs

Casio EX-Z33
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Olympus 550WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
  • 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Additionally referred to as mju 550WP
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus 550WP, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was introduced 8 months after the 550WP which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z33 grades against the 550WP in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Olympus 550WP

 EX-Z33 550WP 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 8 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Casio EX-Z33

 550WP EX-Z33 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Olympus 550WP

 EX-Z33 550WP 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z33 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Olympus 550WP has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the 550WP.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and 550WP is 97 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and 550WP.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer EX-Z33 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z33
Portrait photography with Olympus 550WP
26
manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 as a Street photography camera
Olympus 550WP as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than average in class (106g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Sports photography details
Olympus 550WP Sports photography details
16
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
30
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
low MP (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Travel photography advice
Olympus 550WP Travel photography advice
56
lighter than average in class (106 grams)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
55
weather proof
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
low MP (10MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z33
Landscape photography with Olympus 550WP
27
manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
30
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
lack of manual mode
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Vlogging highlights
Olympus 550WP Vlogging highlights
25
lighter than average in class (106 grams)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
25
built in image stabilization (Digital)
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic socket
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus 550WP Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z33 and Olympus 550WP
 Casio Exilim EX-Z33Olympus Stylus 550WP
General Information
Make Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z33 Olympus Stylus 550WP
Also called - mju 550WP
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-31 2009-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.5-5.0
Macro focus range 10cm 7cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.80 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 106 grams (0.23 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-82 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (12 seconds)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $120 $399