Casio EX-Z400 vs Samsung HZ10W

In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung HZ10W, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was manufactured 4 months prior to the HZ10W which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-Z400 grades against the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 features external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z400 versus Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z400 and the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and HZ10W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z400 and HZ10W.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-Z400 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively.