Clicky

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(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
Sony S950
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the S950 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

The EX-FC100 was unveiled at a similar time to the S950 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the S950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Sony S950

 EX-FC100 S950 

Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Casio EX-FC100

 S950 EX-FC100 

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony S950

 EX-FC100 S950 
RevealedJanuary 2009February 2009Similar generation
Manual focus Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 has got outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the S950.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and S950.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony S950 to resolve extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography factors
Sony S950 Portrait photography factors
27
manual focus
can't use external flash
low MP (9 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
26
has manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography features
Sony S950 Street photography features
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography features
Sony S950 Sports photography features
24
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
low MP (9MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-FC100
Travel photography with Sony S950
52
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low MP (9 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
50
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
MP count low (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Landscape photography highlights
Sony S950 Landscape photography highlights
32
manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
low MP (9 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
31
has manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging details
Sony S950 Vlogging details
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
9
lack of video recording
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S950 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Sony S950
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
General Information
Brand Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-08 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixel 10 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 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 33-132mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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) -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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) 167 gr (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 ID NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $300 $130