Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 201g - 104 x 60 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as mju Tough 3000

Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-FH100 and Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-FH100 was announced 6 months later than the Tough-3000 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-FH100 grades versus the Tough-3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH100 over the Olympus Tough-3000
EX-FH100 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Casio EX-FH100
Tough-3000 | EX-FH100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-FH100 and Olympus Tough-3000
EX-FH100 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FH100 has got external dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Casio EX-FH100 and Olympus Tough-3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FH100 and the Tough-3000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH100 and Tough-3000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FH100 and Tough-3000.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus Tough-3000 to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH100 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 |
Also Known as | - | mju Tough 3000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $299 | $0 |