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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L20 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(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
  • Introduced January 2009
Nikon L20
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
  • Launched February 2009
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the L20 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was announced at a similar time to the L20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the L20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Nikon L20

 EX-FC100 L20 
Focus manually More accurate focus

Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Casio EX-FC100

 L20 EX-FC100 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon L20

 EX-FC100 L20 
LaunchedJanuary 2009February 2009Similar age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon L20 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the L20.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and L20 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and L20.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L20 to give more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography features
Nikon L20 Portrait photography features
27
has manual focus
external flash not possible
MP count low (9 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
19
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography details
Nikon L20 Street photography details
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
54
lighter than others in class (135g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography factors
Nikon L20 Sports photography factors
24
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
MP count low (9 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
16
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Travel photography information
Nikon L20 Travel photography information
52
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (9 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.6)
55
lighter than others in class (135g)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
MP count low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Landscape photography information
Nikon L20 Landscape photography information
32
has manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
MP count low (9MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
27
screen is a decent size (3")
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon L20 as a Vlogging camera
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
24
lighter than others in class (135g)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing microphone support
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon L20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon L20
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Nikon Coolpix L20
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Nikon Coolpix L20
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2009-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3456 x 2592 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 38-136mm (3.6x)
Max aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash settings - Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 grams (0.34 lb) 135 grams (0.30 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $300 $120