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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Samsung PL200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(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
  • Introduced January 2010
Samsung PL200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
  • Introduced July 2010
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was introduced 6 months earlier than the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung PL200

 EX-Z550 PL200 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Casio EX-Z550

 PL200 EX-Z550 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung PL200

 EX-Z550 PL200 
IntroducedJanuary 2010July 2010Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 features external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the PL200.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and PL200.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography details
Samsung PL200 Portrait photography details
35
focusing manually
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Street photography highlights
Samsung PL200 Street photography highlights
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography highlights
Samsung PL200 Sports photography highlights
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z550
Travel photography with Samsung PL200
65
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
58
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography info
Samsung PL200 Landscape photography info
42
focusing manually
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
37
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z550
Vlogging with Samsung PL200
29
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
no external microphone support
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung PL200
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Samsung PL200
General Information
Make Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Samsung PL200
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2010-07-21
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.60 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance 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 240 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143 gr (0.32 lbs) 170 gr (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Battery ID - BP70A
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $149 $0