Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2009

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and S640 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was released 6 months prior to the S640 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-FC100 grades against the S640 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Nikon S640
EX-FC100 | S640 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Casio EX-FC100
S640 | EX-FC100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon S640
EX-FC100 | S640 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 has physical 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 Nikon S640 has dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC100 and Nikon S640 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the S640.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and S640 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and S640.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S640 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon S640 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 gr (0.34 pounds) | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $225 |