Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000
94 Imaging
32 Features
21 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as mju Tough 6000

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-FC100 and Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the 6000 (10MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was manufactured 5 months prior to the 6000 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-FC100 matches up vs the 6000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Olympus 6000
EX-FC100 | 6000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Casio EX-FC100
6000 | EX-FC100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Olympus 6000
EX-FC100 | 6000 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus 6000 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-FC100 and Olympus 6000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the 6000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and 6000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and 6000.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus 6000 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.

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Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus 6000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 6000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 1/4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 model | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $300 | $259 |