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Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(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
Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Additionally Known as ST5000
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Casio EX-FC100 versus Samsung TL240, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and TL240 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was unveiled 12 months prior to the TL240 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the TL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Samsung TL240

 EX-FC100 TL240 
Focus manually More precise focus

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Casio EX-FC100

 TL240 EX-FC100 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009Fresher by 12 months
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Samsung TL240

 EX-FC100 TL240 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FC100 versus Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-FC100 vs the TL240.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and TL240 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and TL240.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung TL240 to produce extra detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
cannot use external flash
low MP (9MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography advice
Samsung TL240 Street photography advice
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than average in class (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL240 Sports photography factors
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change focal length (()mm)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
low MP (9 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-FC100
Travel photography with Samsung TL240
52
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
low MP (9MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
60
offers focus via touch
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (160g)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Landscape photography info
Samsung TL240 Landscape photography info
32
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
low MP (9 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
37
screen larger than average (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging information
Samsung TL240 Vlogging information
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone port
27
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
more heavy than average in class (160g)
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Samsung TL240
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Samsung TL240
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Samsung TL240
Also referred to as - ST5000
Category Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-01-08 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Ultracompact
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 9 megapixel 14 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 4334 x 3256
Highest native ISO 1600 4800
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 31-217mm (7.0x)
Max aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3.5"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 gr (0.34 pounds) 160 gr (0.35 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 ID NP-40 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $300 $171