Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
99 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
30
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Lets look much closer at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-Z550 was introduced 12 months before the PL120 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-Z550 matches up versus the PL120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung PL120
| EX-Z550 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Casio EX-Z550
| PL120 | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung PL120
| EX-Z550 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 features external 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 PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z550 and the PL120.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and PL120.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z550 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung PL120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung PL120 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | - |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | () |
| Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Card slots | Single | - |
| Retail pricing | $149 | $150 |
