Casio EX-FH100 vs Sony NEX-5R

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-FH100 and Sony NEX-5R, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) and the EX-FH100 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The EX-FH100 was launched 3 years before the NEX-5R and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-FH100 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-FH100 grades vs the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH100 offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-FH100 and Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-FH100 versus the NEX-5R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FH100 and NEX-5R is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FH100 and NEX-5R.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-FH100 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-5R will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older EX-FH100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.