Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung WB210, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was announced 18 months before the WB210 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the WB210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung WB210
EX-Z550 | WB210 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Casio EX-Z550
WB210 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung WB210
EX-Z550 | WB210 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 provides 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) while the Samsung WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 versus Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the WB210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and WB210 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and WB210.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB210 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 gr (0.32 lb) | 174 gr (0.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $149 | $279 |