Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 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
- Announced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011

Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and RS1500 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FH100 was introduced 9 months prior to the RS1500 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-FH100 matches up versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH100 over the Pentax RS1500
EX-FH100 | RS1500 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Casio EX-FH100
RS1500 | EX-FH100 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 9 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH100 and Pentax RS1500
EX-FH100 | RS1500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH100 comes with outer measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-FH100 versus the RS1500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH100 and RS1500 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FH100 and RS1500.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Pentax RS1500 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-FH100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH100 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Pentax Optio RS1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Pentax Optio RS1500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-03-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $299 | $150 |