Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony W290 and Casio EX-FH100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony W290 has external dimensions of 98 x 57 x 23 mm (3.86 x 2.24 x 0.91″) and weighs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz) (including batteries). Casio EX-FH100 has external dimensions of 104 x 60 x 28 mm (4.09 x 2.36 x 1.1″) and weighs 201 g (0.44 lb / 7.09 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony W290 and the Casio EX-FH100. Sony W290 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Casio EX-FH100.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony W290 and Casio EX-FH100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W290 is significantly lighter (34g ) than the Casio EX-FH100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 nor Casio Exilim EX-FH100 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony W290 and Casio EX-FH100's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.