Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and W610 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was announced 4 years prior to the W610 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-FC100 scores vs the W610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Sony W610
EX-FC100 | W610 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Casio EX-FC100
W610 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W610
EX-FC100 | W610 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 has external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W610 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the W610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and W610 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and W610.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W610 to result in extra detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W610 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 9MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) | 113 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 250 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $200 |