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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Pentax Optio RZ10 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(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
  • Launched January 2009
Pentax RZ10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
  • Announced July 2011
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FC100 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and RZ10 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was announced 3 years prior to the RZ10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-FC100 scores vs the RZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Pentax RZ10

 EX-FC100 RZ10 

Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Casio EX-FC100

 RZ10 EX-FC100 
AnnouncedJuly 2011January 2009Newer by 30 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax RZ10

 EX-FC100 RZ10 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Casio EX-FC100 versus Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC100 and the RZ10.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and RZ10.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax RZ10 to show more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC100
Portrait photography with Pentax RZ10
27
manual focus
external flash not possible
low resolution (9 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
has manual focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography factors
Pentax RZ10 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-FC100
Sports photography with Pentax RZ10
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed focal length (()mm)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
low resolution (9MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low battery pack (178 shots)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Travel photography details
Pentax RZ10 Travel photography details
52
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
low resolution (9 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
66
environment proof
resolution is good (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
great zoom (280mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low battery pack (178 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax RZ10 as a Landscape photography camera
32
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
low resolution (9 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
43
has manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low battery pack (178 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax RZ10 as a Vlogging camera
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
28
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not have selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax RZ10
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Pentax Optio RZ10
General Information
Brand Name Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Pentax Optio RZ10
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-08 2011-07-19
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3456 x 2592 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 28-280mm (10.0x)
Max aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 2.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 156 grams (0.34 lbs) 178 grams (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 178 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-40 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $300 $200