Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was introduced 4 years earlier than the WB30F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the WB30F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung WB30F
EX-Z550 | WB30F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Casio EX-Z550
WB30F | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung WB30F
EX-Z550 | WB30F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the WB30F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and WB30F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and WB30F.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB30F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB30F |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $149 | $180 |