Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon P300
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon P300 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced May 2011
- Successor is Nikon P310
Photography Glossary Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon P300 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and P300 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-FC100 was introduced 3 years earlier than the P300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-FC100 grades against the P300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Nikon P300
| EX-FC100 | P300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Casio EX-FC100
| P300 | EX-FC100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | May 2011 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 29 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon P300
| EX-FC100 | P300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outer dimensions 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 P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon P300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the P300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and P300 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and P300.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon P300 to result in more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon P300 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Nikon |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2011-05-31 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/1.8-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 6.50 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| 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 life | - | 240 pictures |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-40 | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $300 | $500 |