Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10
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![Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC100/Casio-EX-FC100-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio I-10 front Pentax Optio I-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-I-10/Pentax-I-10-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and I-10 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-FC100 was introduced 12 months before the I-10 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the I-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Pentax Optio I-10. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Pentax I-10
EX-FC100 | I-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Casio EX-FC100
I-10 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax I-10
EX-FC100 | I-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys 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 I-10 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 against the I-10.
![Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC100-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.
![Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC100-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and I-10.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax I-10 to produce more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC100-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FC100-vs-Pentax-Optio-I-10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
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 | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
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 | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 ID | NP-40 | D-LI92 |
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, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $310 |