Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FH3
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21 Overall
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FH3 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
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Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and FH3 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-FC100 was revealed 12 months before the FH3 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the FH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Panasonic FH3
| EX-FC100 | FH3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Casio EX-FC100
| FH3 | EX-FC100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic FH3
| EX-FC100 | FH3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic FH3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the FH3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and FH3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and FH3.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH3 to offer more detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.8-6.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
| 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 | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 6.80 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 grams (0.34 lb) | 165 grams (0.36 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $300 | $160 |
