Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2010

Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z90 and Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was brought out 4 months before the M550 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-Z90 matches up vs the M550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Kodak EasyShare M550. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Kodak M550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Kodak M550
EX-Z90 | M550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Casio EX-Z90
M550 | EX-Z90 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Kodak M550
EX-Z90 | M550 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys outer measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Kodak M550 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z90 and Kodak M550 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z90 compared to the M550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and M550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and M550.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account.

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Casio EX-Z90 vs Kodak M550 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Kodak EasyShare M550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Kodak |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Kodak EasyShare M550 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-18 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1000 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lb) | 125 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | NP-60 | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $150 | $119 |