Canon XC10 vs Casio EX-FC100

On this page, we are looking at the Canon XC10 versus Casio EX-FC100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and EX-FC100 (9MP) and the XC10 (1") and EX-FC100 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The XC10 was unveiled 6 years later than the EX-FC100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the XC10 grades versus the EX-FC100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon XC10 and Casio Exilim EX-FC100. The full galleries are provided at Canon XC10 Gallery and Casio EX-FC100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon XC10 enjoys outside measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") and a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-FC100 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Canon XC10 versus Casio EX-FC100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the XC10 compared to the EX-FC100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the XC10 and EX-FC100 is 54 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the XC10 and EX-FC100.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XC10 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon XC10 will deliver greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger XC10 provides an advantage in sensor technology.