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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Samsung DV150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
29
Overall
35

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F 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
  • Revealed January 2010
Samsung DV150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung DV150F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was manufactured 4 years prior to the DV150F which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z550 grades vs the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung DV150F

 EX-Z550 DV150F 
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Casio EX-Z550

 DV150F EX-Z550 
IntroducedJanuary 2013January 2010More modern by 36 months
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung DV150F

 EX-Z550 DV150F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 has got physical measurements 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 Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the DV150F.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and DV150F.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung DV150F to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung DV150F as a Portrait photography camera
34
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
34
decent megapixels (16MP)
has face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Samsung DV150F
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
lighter than others in class (116 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography information
Samsung DV150F Sports photography information
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
36
decent megapixels (16MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung DV150F as a Travel photography camera
65
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
69
lighter than others in class (116g)
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography factors
Samsung DV150F Landscape photography factors
42
has manual focus
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
34
reasonably wide (25mm)
decent megapixels (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging details
Samsung DV150F Vlogging details
29
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
has face detect focus
lighter than others in class (116g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung DV150F
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Samsung DV150F
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Samsung DV150F
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2013-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
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 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/2.5-6.3
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143 grams (0.32 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $149 $150