Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 128g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2015
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-7.1) lens
- 121g - 102 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2009

Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Canon IXUS 165 and Casio EX-FS10, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and EX-FS10 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The IXUS 165 was revealed 6 years later than the EX-FS10 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the IXUS 165 matches up versus the EX-FS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon IXUS 165 and Casio Exilim EX-FS10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Casio EX-FS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Casio EX-FS10
IXUS 165 | EX-FS10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 73 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FS10 over the Canon IXUS 165
EX-FS10 | IXUS 165 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Casio EX-FS10
IXUS 165 | EX-FS10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon IXUS 165 has got external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-FS10 has dimensions of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon IXUS 165 and Casio EX-FS10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the IXUS 165 versus the EX-FS10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the IXUS 165 and EX-FS10 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the IXUS 165 and EX-FS10.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon IXUS 165 to provide extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer IXUS 165 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon IXUS 165 vs Casio EX-FS10 Specifications
Canon IXUS 165 | Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon IXUS 165 | Casio Exilim EX-FS10 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 20 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.9-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 102 x 55 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 | 220 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | NP-80 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $200 |