Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 524g - 122 x 81 x 83mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Revealed February 2011

Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Casio EX-FH25 and Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and SZ-10 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-FH25 was manufactured 7 months prior to the SZ-10 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-FH25 matches up vs the SZ-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 and Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Olympus SZ-10
EX-FH25 | SZ-10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Casio EX-FH25
SZ-10 | EX-FH25 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH25 and Olympus SZ-10
EX-FH25 | SZ-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH25 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has specifications of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FH25 and Olympus SZ-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-FH25 compared to the SZ-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH25 and SZ-10 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FH25 and SZ-10.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-10 to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged EX-FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH25 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor 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 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 448 x 336 (30, 120, 240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 524 grams (1.16 lbs) | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 220 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $450 | $300 |