Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX5

Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung NX5, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very close but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z550 was announced 4 months before the NX5 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the NX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 offers 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 NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the NX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and NX5 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and NX5.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z550 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX5 will result in extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.