Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 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 Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and W510 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was brought out 24 months prior to the W510 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-FC100 grades versus the W510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Sony W510
EX-FC100 | W510 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Casio EX-FC100
W510 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W510
EX-FC100 | W510 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the W510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and W510 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and W510.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W510 to offer greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 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 functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 grams (0.34 lbs) | 119 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $99 |