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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 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
  • Revealed January 2010
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

Below, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was unveiled 12 months before the ST65 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the ST65 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung ST65

 EX-Z550 ST65 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Casio EX-Z550

 ST65 EX-Z550 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 12 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST65

 EX-Z550 ST65 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. 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) and the Samsung ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the ST65.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and ST65 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and ST65.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography factors
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography factors
34
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Street photography camera
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography info
Samsung ST65 Sports photography info
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
26
good megapixels (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Travel photography camera
65
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
71
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung ST65 Landscape photography highlights
42
has manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
37
good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging info
Samsung ST65 Vlogging info
29
quite wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone port
27
good max aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST65
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Samsung ST65
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Samsung ST65
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2011-01-19
Body design 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 64 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
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
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143 gr (0.32 lbs) -
Dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" 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 shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $149 $130