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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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 W710
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was released 5 years earlier than the W710 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-FC100 scores vs the W710 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Sony W710

 EX-FC100 W710 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Casio EX-FC100

 W710 EX-FC100 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2009More modern by 48 months
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W710

 EX-FC100 W710 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W710 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the W710.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and W710 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and W710.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W710 to show more detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Portrait photography details
Sony W710 Portrait photography details
27
focusing manually
no external flash support
low megapixels (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
34
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-FC100
Street photography with Sony W710
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
67
image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than others in class (114g)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography factors
Sony W710 Sports photography factors
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed focal length (()mm)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
low megapixels (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
40
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W710 as a Travel photography camera
52
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
low megapixels (9 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
71
lighter than others in class (114 grams)
provides focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Landscape photography advice
Sony W710 Landscape photography advice
32
focusing manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
low megapixels (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse function
38
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging features
Sony W710 Vlogging features
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic support
34
rather wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than others in class (114 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic support
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Sony W710 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Sony W710
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-01-08 2013-01-08
Physical type 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 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3456 x 2592 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 2.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
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 gr (0.34 lbs) 114 gr (0.25 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 life - 240 photographs
Battery style - 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/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $300 $90