Clicky

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 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
  • Announced January 2009
Sony S980
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Overview

Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-FC100 versus Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The EX-FC100 was revealed within a month of the S980 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the S980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Sony S980

 EX-FC100 S980 

Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Casio EX-FC100

 S980 EX-FC100 

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony S980

 EX-FC100 S980 
RevealedJanuary 2009February 2009Same generation
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurement
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the S980.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The visual here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC100 and S980.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony S980 to render more detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography factors
Sony S980 Portrait photography factors
27
you can focus manually
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
27
manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Street photography details
Sony S980 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography advice
Sony S980 Sports photography advice
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
17
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S980 as a Travel photography camera
52
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (9MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
51
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-FC100
Landscape photography with Sony S980
32
you can focus manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse function
27
manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging features
Sony S980 Vlogging features
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
22
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone port
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Sony S980
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
General Information
Make Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 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 measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 9MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3456 x 2592 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 33-132mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 secs 2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 156 grams (0.34 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Physical 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 Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $300 $300