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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Samsung ST700 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 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
  • Introduced January 2010
Samsung ST700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was announced 12 months before the ST700 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the ST700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung ST700

 EX-Z550 ST700 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Casio EX-Z550

 ST700 EX-Z550 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 12 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST700

 EX-Z550 ST700 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 provides outer 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 ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the ST700.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and ST700 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and ST700.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST700 to result in more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST700 Portrait photography info
34
you can focus manually
good resolution (14MP)
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
30
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Street photography info
Samsung ST700 Street photography info
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
50
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography highlights
Samsung ST700 Sports photography highlights
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
27
good resolution (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography advice
Samsung ST700 Travel photography advice
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
71
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography info
Samsung ST700 Landscape photography info
42
you can focus manually
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
38
very good max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging information
Samsung ST700 Vlogging information
29
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
30
very good max aperture (f)
touch screen
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic port
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST700
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Samsung ST700
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Samsung ST700
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 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 dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 64 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
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 sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 -
Mic 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 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") 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $149 $280