Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus 7040

Below, we are analyzing the Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and 7040 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC150 was introduced very close to the 7040 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-FC150 scores against the 7040 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC150 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Olympus 7040 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC150 versus the 7040.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC150 and 7040 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC150 and 7040.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus 7040 to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.