Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Announced March 2009
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and X70 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-FC100 was manufactured very close to the X70 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-FC100 grades against the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Pentax X70
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Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Casio EX-FC100
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Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax X70
EX-FC100 | X70 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | March 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys physical 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) while the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the X70.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and X70 is 94 and 71 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and X70.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax X70 to give more detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax X70 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing 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 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.10 m |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 410 gr (0.90 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
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 model | NP-40 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $300 | $200 |