Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also referred to as WB550
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Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe EX-Z550 was introduced 11 months after the HZ15W so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the HZ15W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung HZ15W
| EX-Z550 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Casio EX-Z550
| HZ15W | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung HZ15W
| EX-Z550 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the HZ15W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and HZ15W is 95 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and HZ15W.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-Z550 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z550 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Other name | - | WB550 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-01-06 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 143g (0.32 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $149 | $330 |
