Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung WB50F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was revealed 5 years prior to the WB50F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z550 grades against the WB50F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung WB50F
EX-Z550 | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Casio EX-Z550
WB50F | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung WB50F
EX-Z550 | WB50F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 against the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and WB50F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and WB50F.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB50F to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung WB50F |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
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" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143g (0.32 pounds) | 207g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $149 | $180 |