Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Launched July 2014

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax XG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was unveiled 6 years prior to the XG-1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Pentax XG-1
EX-FC100 | XG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Casio EX-FC100
XG-1 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 67 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax XG-1
EX-FC100 | XG-1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 has external 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 XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FC100 and Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the XG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and XG-1 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and XG-1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax XG-1 to show more detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax XG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Pentax XG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2014-07-15 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
External flash | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 156g (0.34 lb) | 567g (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | LB-060 |
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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $599 |