Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung CL80
Portability
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Portability
95 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
34
95 Imaging
37 Features
30 Overall
34
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
Casio EX-Z550
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(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
- Launched January 2010
Samsung CL80
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(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also Known as ST5500
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Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe EX-Z550 was introduced at a similar time to the CL80 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the CL80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung CL80
| EX-Z550 | CL80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Casio EX-Z550
| CL80 | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3.7" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung CL80
| EX-Z550 | CL80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung CL80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the CL80.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and CL80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and CL80.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Portrait Comparison
Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography information
Samsung CL80 Portrait photography information
focusing manually
MP count good (14MP)
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Photography GlossaryStreet Comparison
Casio EX-Z550 Street photography info
Samsung CL80 Street photography info
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
image stabilization (Optical)
has touch to focus
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition in class (160g)
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Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography factors
Samsung CL80 Sports photography factors
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Casio EX-Z550 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Travel photography camera
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
has touch to focus
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (160g)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Casio EX-Z550 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung CL80 as a Landscape photography camera
focusing manually
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
very good size screen (3.7")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging information
Samsung CL80 Vlogging information
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic jack
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competition in class (160 grams)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung CL80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung CL80 |
| Also referred to as | - | ST5500 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4334 x 3256 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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 model | - | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $149 | $400 |
