Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550/Casio-EX-Z550-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB1100F front Samsung WB1100F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB1100F/Samsung-WB1100F-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Announced January 2014
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung WB1100F, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z550 was launched 5 years prior to the WB1100F and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z550 grades against the WB1100F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung WB1100F. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung WB1100F
EX-Z550 | WB1100F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Casio EX-Z550
WB1100F | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 48 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung WB1100F
EX-Z550 | WB1100F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung WB1100F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 and the WB1100F.
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F size comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and WB1100F is 95 and 67 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and WB1100F.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB1100F to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z550-vs-Samsung-WB1100F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB1100F |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 gr (0.32 pounds) | 512 gr (1.13 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $149 | $250 |