Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-FC100 and Casio EX-Z550, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Casio. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and EX-Z550 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-FC100 was released 12 months before the EX-Z550 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-FC100 grades against the EX-Z550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Casio EX-Z550
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Casio EX-FC100
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Casio EX-Z550
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z550 has measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC100 and Casio EX-Z550 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the EX-Z550.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and EX-Z550 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and EX-Z550.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z550 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z550 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Casio |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | 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 | 9 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 lb) | 143 gr (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $149 |