Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Launched January 2014
- Superseded the Samsung NX20
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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.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung NX30
| EX-Z550 | NX30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Casio EX-Z550
| NX30 | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2014 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1036k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+806k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung NX30
| EX-Z550 | NX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison
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.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung NX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung NX30 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-03 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | DRIMeIV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 247 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,036k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.66x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 9.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 143 gr (0.32 lb) | 375 gr (0.83 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1014 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 360 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | BP1410 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $149 | $699 |