Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Olympus FE-45, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was brought out 2 years after the FE-45 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 matches up against the FE-45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Olympus FE-45. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Olympus FE-45 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Olympus FE-45
EX-ZR100 | FE-45 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-45 over the Casio EX-ZR100
FE-45 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus FE-45
EX-ZR100 | FE-45 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus FE-45 has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Olympus FE-45 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the FE-45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and FE-45 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and FE-45.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR100 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus FE-45 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus FE-45 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus FE-45 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 62 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $130 |