Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2011
Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Olympus TG-610, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z550 was brought out 12 months earlier than the TG-610 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus TG-610 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the TG-610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Olympus TG-610. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Olympus TG-610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Olympus TG-610
EX-Z550 | TG-610 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Casio EX-Z550
TG-610 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Olympus TG-610
EX-Z550 | TG-610 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 has 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) and the Olympus TG-610 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z550 versus Olympus TG-610 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the TG-610.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and TG-610 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and TG-610.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-Z550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Olympus TG-610 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Olympus TG-610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Olympus TG-610 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 210 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $149 | $223 |