Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W
90 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
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70 Imaging
37 Features
44 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Announced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Released May 2010
- Also Known as WB5500

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was introduced 2 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZR1000 scores versus the HZ50W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Samsung HZ50W
EX-ZR1000 | HZ50W | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | May 2010 | More recent by 30 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Casio EX-ZR1000
HZ50W | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Samsung HZ50W
EX-ZR1000 | HZ50W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the HZ50W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and HZ50W is 90 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and HZ50W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also Known as | - | WB5500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-09-25 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 255 grams (0.56 pounds) | 426 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $572 | $250 |