Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100
93 Imaging
33 Features
20 Overall
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95 Imaging
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-FC150 versus Samsung ST100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and ST100 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was announced at a similar time to the ST100 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FC150 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-FC150 grades vs the ST100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Samsung ST100
EX-FC150 | ST100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Casio EX-FC150
ST100 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+922k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Samsung ST100
EX-FC150 | ST100 | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC150 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FC150 versus Samsung ST100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-FC150 against the ST100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC150 and ST100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC150 and ST100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung ST100 to render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Samsung ST100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-11-16 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 173g (0.38 lbs) | 155g (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 model | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $350 | $250 |