Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was launched 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-FC150 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
EX-FC150 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Casio EX-FC150
Galaxy Camera 3G | EX-FC150 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | Fresher by 33 months |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
EX-FC150 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC150 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC150 compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC150 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-11-16 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173 grams (0.38 lb) | 305 grams (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $606 |