Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX77

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and FX78 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the FX78 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-FC100 grades versus the FX78 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Panasonic FX78
EX-FC100 | FX78 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Casio EX-FC100
FX78 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic FX78
EX-FC100 | FX78 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 has external 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) and the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic FX78 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC100 against the FX78.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and FX78 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and FX78.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FX78 to offer you greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 200 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $210 |