Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB500

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was revealed 3 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR400 matches up vs the HZ10W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Samsung HZ10W
EX-ZR400 | HZ10W | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 46 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Casio EX-ZR400
HZ10W | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung HZ10W
EX-ZR400 | HZ10W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and HZ10W is 92 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and HZ10W.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to produce extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also referred to as | - | WB500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 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, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 249g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 500 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $300 |