Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-Z550 and Kodak Mini, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Kodak. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and Mini (10MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and Mini (1/3") have totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z550 was launched 12 months before the Mini so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z550 grades against the Mini when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Kodak EasyShare Mini. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Kodak Mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Kodak Mini
EX-Z550 | Mini | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Casio EX-Z550
Mini | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Kodak Mini
EX-Z550 | Mini | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 offers outer measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Kodak Mini has specifications of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 and Kodak Mini in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the Mini.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and Mini is 95 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and Mini.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z550 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Casio EX-Z550 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak Mini Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Kodak EasyShare Mini | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Kodak |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Kodak EasyShare Mini |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-04 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3640 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1000 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143g (0.32 pounds) | 99g (0.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | - | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $149 | $100 |