Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450/Casio-EX-Z450-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Additionally Known as mju 550WP
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z450 was introduced 8 months later than the 550WP which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-Z450 matches up versus the 550WP in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Olympus Stylus 550WP. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Olympus 550WP Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Olympus 550WP
EX-Z450 | 550WP | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Casio EX-Z450
550WP | EX-Z450 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Olympus 550WP
EX-Z450 | 550WP | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 offers outer measurements 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 Olympus 550WP has sizing of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 compared to the 550WP.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP size comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and 550WP is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and 550WP.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z450 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z450 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Olympus-Stylus-550WP-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus 550WP Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Olympus Stylus 550WP | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Olympus Stylus 550WP |
Also called as | - | mju 550WP |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" 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-40 | - |
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 | One | One |
Retail cost | $229 | $399 |