Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe EX-Z550 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-Z550 grades against the ST6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung ST6500
EX-Z550 | ST6500 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Casio EX-Z550
ST6500 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST6500
EX-Z550 | ST6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 enjoys 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 ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the ST6500.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and ST6500.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143g (0.32 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $149 | - |