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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Samsung SH100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(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
  • Released January 2010
Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was announced 12 months before the SH100 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up versus the SH100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung SH100

 EX-Z550 SH100 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus

Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Casio EX-Z550

 SH100 EX-Z550 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 12 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung SH100

 EX-Z550 SH100 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the SH100.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and SH100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SH100 as a Portrait photography camera
35
has manual focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
good MP (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Street photography info
Samsung SH100 Street photography info
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography details
Samsung SH100 Sports photography details
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
26
good MP (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography factors
Samsung SH100 Travel photography factors
65
resolution is good (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
71
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography information
Samsung SH100 Landscape photography information
42
has manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
37
fast max aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inches)
good MP (14MP)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z550
Vlogging with Samsung SH100
29
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
33
fast max aperture (f)
built-in touchscreen
comes with mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung SH100
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Samsung SH100
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Samsung SH100
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-01-06 2011-01-04
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4230 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 64 -
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/2.6-5.9 -
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated 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 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143 grams (0.32 lbs) -
Dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 93 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 feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $149 $200