Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic F5

Here is a complete overview of the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and F5 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was introduced 5 years prior to the F5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-FC100 matches up against the F5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 features physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic F5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the F5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and F5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and F5.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic F5 to give you greater detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.