Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 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
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200

Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the EX-FH100 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-FH100 was announced 3 months earlier than the NX100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FH100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-FH100 matches up vs the NX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH100 over the Samsung NX100
EX-FH100 | NX100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Casio EX-FH100
NX100 | EX-FH100 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH100 and Samsung NX100
EX-FH100 | NX100 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | September 2010 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FH100 provides outer dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FH100 versus the NX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH100 and NX100 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FH100 and NX100.
Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-FH100 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX100 will resolve more detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH100 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Samsung NX100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2010-09-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 7cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lbs) | 282 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $299 | $386 |