Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus Tough-3000

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus Tough-3000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and Tough-3000 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was launched 12 months earlier than the Tough-3000 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-FC100 grades versus the Tough-3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus Tough-3000 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC100 against the Tough-3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and Tough-3000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and Tough-3000.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus Tough-3000 to render more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.