Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 3" 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
- Introduced February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was brought out 6 months later than the HZ15W and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-Z450 grades versus the HZ15W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Samsung HZ15W
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Casio EX-Z450
HZ15W | EX-Z450 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Samsung HZ15W
EX-Z450 | HZ15W | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 offers outer dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Samsung HZ15W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the HZ15W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and HZ15W is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and HZ15W.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-Z450 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also referred to as | - | WB550 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 249 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $229 | $330 |