Casio EX-100 vs Olympus FE-45

Following is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-100 and Olympus FE-45, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and FE-45 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was introduced 5 years after the FE-45 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-100 grades versus the FE-45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Olympus FE-45. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-100 has external dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Olympus FE-45 has sizing of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Casio EX-100 and Olympus FE-45 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-100 vs the FE-45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and FE-45 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and FE-45.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-100 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Casio EX-100 will give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.