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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
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Canon ELPH 100 HS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 100 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 140g - 93 x 56 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2011
  • Alternate Name is IXUS 115 HS
Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed September 2010
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Overview

Below, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Casio EX-Z16, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z16 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was unveiled 5 months later than the EX-Z16 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 100 HS grades versus the EX-Z16 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Casio EX-Z16

 ELPH 100 HS EX-Z16 
Display dimension3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution230k0kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS

 EX-Z16 ELPH 100 HS 
Manual focus More exact focus

Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Casio EX-Z16

 ELPH 100 HS EX-Z16 
RevealedFebruary 2011September 2010Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS enjoys outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z16 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Casio EX-Z16 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS vs the EX-Z16.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and EX-Z16 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and EX-Z16.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files although you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS Portrait photography info
Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography info
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features face detect focus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS Street photography info
Casio EX-Z16 Street photography info
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image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 100 HS
Sports photography with Casio EX-Z16
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image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-Z16 as a Travel photography camera
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has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-Z16 as a Landscape photography camera
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fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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manual focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (")
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS Vlogging advice
Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging advice
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fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
missing microphone jack
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image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (848 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z16 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Casio EX-Z16
 Canon ELPH 100 HSCasio Exilim EX-Z16
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Casio
Model Canon ELPH 100 HS Casio Exilim EX-Z16
Other name IXUS 115 HS -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-02-07 2010-09-20
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology Exilim Engine 5.0
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 36-107mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.2-5.7
Macro focus distance 3cm 7cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches -
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 0 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech PureColor II G TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) 848 x 480
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 848x480
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 140 gr (0.31 pounds) -
Dimensions 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 230 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-4L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus -
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $194 $100