Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung GX-20

Here is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-FC100 versus Samsung GX-20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the EX-FC100 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The EX-FC100 was revealed 12 months later than the GX-20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the GX-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys exterior 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 Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC100 and the GX-20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and GX-20 is 94 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and GX-20.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-FC100 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung GX-20 will offer you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent EX-FC100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.