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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Samsung HZ50W front
Portability
70
Imaging
36
Features
44
Overall
39

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
Samsung HZ50W
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase 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
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview

Lets look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was brought out 9 months later than the HZ50W which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZS10 scores against the HZ50W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Samsung HZ50W

 EX-ZS10 HZ50W 
ReleasedJanuary 2011May 2010Fresher by 9 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Casio EX-ZS10

 HZ50W EX-ZS10 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung HZ50W

 EX-ZS10 HZ50W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS10 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the HZ50W.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and HZ50W is 99 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and HZ50W.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-ZS10 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ50W
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
45
has manual focus
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Street photography with Samsung HZ50W
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ50W as a Sports photography camera
32
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
48
long zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography advice
Samsung HZ50W Travel photography advice
70
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
58
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
great reach (676mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ50W
32
great max aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
small screen ( inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
51
has manual focus
really wide (26mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small sensor (1/2.3")
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging advice
Samsung HZ50W Vlogging advice
27
great max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic support
24
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Samsung HZ50W
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Samsung HZ50W
General Information
Make Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Samsung HZ50W
Also called as - WB5500
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-01-05 2010-05-03
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO - 3200
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO - 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-676mm (26.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 3"
Screen resolution 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 16s
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
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 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 426g (0.94 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
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 - SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $120 $250