Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S2000

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FC100 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was revealed 12 months before the S2000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-FC100 grades against the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-FC100 against the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and S2000.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony S2000 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.