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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A10 front
Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
23
Overall
33

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(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
  • Launched January 2010
Nikon A10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Introduced January 2016
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Overview

Following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon A10, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the A10 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the A10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Nikon A10

 EX-Z550 A10 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Casio EX-Z550

 A10 EX-Z550 
IntroducedJanuary 2016January 2010More modern by 73 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon A10

 EX-Z550 A10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon A10 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the A10.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and A10 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and A10.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon A10 to result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography advice
Nikon A10 Portrait photography advice
35
focusing manually
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
36
MP count decent (16MP)
provides face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Nikon A10
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography highlights
Nikon A10 Sports photography highlights
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
37
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (1.2 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography factors
Nikon A10 Travel photography factors
65
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
no Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
62
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (160 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography advice
Nikon A10 Landscape photography advice
42
focusing manually
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
39
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging advice
Nikon A10 Vlogging advice
29
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone socket
30
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
provides face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic support
heavier than competition (160 grams)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon A10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Nikon A10
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Nikon Coolpix A10
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Nikon Coolpix A10
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2016-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
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 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 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.2fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.60 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync
External flash
AE bracketing
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 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 143 grams (0.32 pounds) 160 grams (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 - 200 photographs
Style of battery - AA
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $149 $90