Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013

Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and TG-630 iHS (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

The EX-100 was introduced 14 months later than the TG-630 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-100 matches up vs the TG-630 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
EX-100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Casio EX-100
TG-630 iHS | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
EX-100 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 has external dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Olympus TG-630 iHS has proportions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-100 and Olympus TG-630 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-100 vs the TG-630 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and TG-630 iHS is 83 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and TG-630 iHS.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The EX-100 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The fresher EX-100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-100 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-02-06 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Super Clear LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 389g (0.86 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 390 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $572 | $200 |