Reasons to choose Exilim EX-FS10
Released in 2009, Exilim EX-FS10 has about 28 mm² of sensor area, 9.1 MP effective resolution, and a 121 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Casio Exilim EX-FS10
vs Casio Exilim EX-Z20
VS
Sensor area
28 mm²
Exilim EX-FS1025 mm²
Exilim EX-Z20- Area ratio
- 1.15:1
- Absolute difference
- 4 mm²
- Relative difference
- 14.6%
The Exilim EX-FS10 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Exilim EX-FS10MetricExilim EX-Z20
9.1 MPEffective pixels8.1 MP
6.16 × 4.62Sensor5.75 × 4.32
1.77 µmPixel pitch1.75 µm
3.13 µm²Pixel area3.07 µm²
31.98 MP/cm²Pixel density32.61 MP/cm²
5.62Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
121 gWeight150 g
SDHC, Secure DigitalStorageSDHC, Secure Digital
Rechargeable lithium ion battery (NP-60)BatteryLi-Ion Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Exilim EX-FS10 has the larger sensor area. The Exilim EX-FS10 has the lighter body. The Exilim EX-FS10 has the higher effective resolution. The Exilim EX-FS10 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Exilim EX-Z20
Released in 2008, Exilim EX-Z20 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 8.1 MP effective resolution, and a 150 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.