Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013

Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z550 and Casio EX-ZR700, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Casio. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the EX-ZR700 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was manufactured 4 years before the EX-ZR700 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the EX-ZR700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Casio Exilim EX-ZR700. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Casio EX-ZR700
EX-Z550 | EX-ZR700 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Casio EX-Z550
EX-ZR700 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 37 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Casio EX-ZR700
EX-Z550 | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR700 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 and Casio EX-ZR700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 and the EX-ZR700.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and EX-ZR700 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and EX-ZR700.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Casio |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | 143 grams (0.32 lb) | 222 grams (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 470 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $149 | $370 |