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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 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
  • Launched January 2010
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

Here is a complete review of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was revealed 12 months prior to the PL210 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the PL210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung PL210

 EX-Z550 PL210 
Focus manually Very exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Casio EX-Z550

 PL210 EX-Z550 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 12 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung PL210

 EX-Z550 PL210 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 has outer measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the PL210.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and PL210 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and PL210.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z550
Portrait photography with Samsung PL210
35
manual focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Samsung PL210
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography information
Samsung PL210 Sports photography information
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
26
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Travel photography camera
65
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
71
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z550
Landscape photography with Samsung PL210
42
manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging advice
Samsung PL210 Vlogging advice
29
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung PL210
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Samsung PL210
General Information
Make Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Samsung PL210
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 64 -
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143 grams (0.32 lb) -
Dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $149 $200