Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980
94 Imaging
32 Features
21 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(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
(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
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 ImagesThe 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.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Sony S980
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Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Casio EX-FC100
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Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony S980
EX-FC100 | S980 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | February 2009 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical 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.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.
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 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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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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 |