Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Launched February 2015
- Old Model is Nikon AW120
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon AW130, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and AW130 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe EX-FC100 was manufactured 7 years prior to the AW130 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the AW130 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Nikon Coolpix AW130. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Nikon AW130
EX-FC100 | AW130 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Casio EX-FC100
AW130 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | January 2009 | More modern by 74 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon AW130
EX-FC100 | AW130 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 has outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon AW130 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon AW130 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the AW130.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and AW130 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and AW130.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon AW130 to provide extra detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lbs) | 221g (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 370 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $398 |