Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Kodak. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was released 4 months prior to the M550 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z450 scores versus the M550 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Kodak EasyShare M550. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Kodak M550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Kodak M550
EX-Z450 | M550 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Casio EX-Z450
M550 | EX-Z450 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Kodak M550
EX-Z450 | M550 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 offers external dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Kodak M550 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 compared to the M550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and M550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and M550.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Kodak M550 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Kodak EasyShare M550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Kodak |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Kodak EasyShare M550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2010-01-05 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1000 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-40 | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $119 |