Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E90
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E90 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Here is a thorough review of the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the E90 (10MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-FC100 was introduced 12 months earlier than the E90 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the E90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Pentax E90
| EX-FC100 | E90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Casio EX-FC100
| E90 | EX-FC100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax E90
| EX-FC100 | E90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the E90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and E90.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax E90 to offer greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax Optio E90 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-25 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Prime |
| 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 | 9 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| 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 | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | () | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | - | 6cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $300 | $100 |