Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30

The following is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung NX30, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z550 was revealed 5 years earlier than the NX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the NX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung NX30. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 has got exterior 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 Samsung NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the NX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and NX30 is 95 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and NX30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z550 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX30 will deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.