Casio EX-FC100 vs Fujifilm XF1

On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the EX-FC100 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-FC100 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XF1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the Fujifilm XF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XF1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 features outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XF1 has sizing of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-FC100 against the Fujifilm XF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XF1 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and Fujifilm XF1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-FC100 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm XF1 will result in more detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.