Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FC100 versus Olympus TG-810, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and TG-810 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TG-810 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-FC100 matches up versus the TG-810 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Olympus TG-810. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Olympus TG-810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Olympus TG-810
EX-FC100 | TG-810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Casio EX-FC100
TG-810 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Olympus TG-810
EX-FC100 | TG-810 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus TG-810 has proportions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-FC100 versus Olympus TG-810 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the TG-810.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and TG-810 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and TG-810.
As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-810 to show extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Olympus TG-810 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Olympus TG-810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Olympus TG-810 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
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 | 9MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 life | - | 220 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $428 |