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Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Canon PowerShot A480 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs

Canon A480
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 140g - 92 x 62 x 31mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Casio EX-G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
  • 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
  • Introduced November 2009
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Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon A480 versus Casio EX-G1, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the EX-G1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A480 was brought out 10 months earlier than the EX-G1 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A480 scores versus the EX-G1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Casio EX-G1

 A480 EX-G1 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon A480

 EX-G1 A480 
IntroducedNovember 2009January 2009More modern by 10 months
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Canon A480 and Casio EX-G1

 A480 EX-G1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.5"2.5"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A480 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Casio EX-G1 has dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A480 versus Casio EX-G1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A480 vs the EX-G1.

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A480 and EX-G1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 top view buttons comparison

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A480 and EX-G1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-G1 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged A480 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 sensor size comparison

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A480 as a Portrait photography camera
Casio EX-G1 as a Portrait photography camera
25
above average flash sync (1/500s)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
27
focusing manually
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A480 Street photography factors
Casio EX-G1 Street photography factors
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
53
weather sealing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition (154g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A480 Sports photography details
Casio EX-G1 Sports photography details
16
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
23
weather sealing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon A480 Travel photography information
Casio EX-G1 Travel photography information
50
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
resolution not great (10MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
54
weather sealing
has built in flash
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (154 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A480 as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-G1 as a Landscape photography camera
22
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
31
focusing manually
weather sealing
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A480 Vlogging info
Casio EX-G1 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic support
22
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone jack
more heavy than competition (154g)
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Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A480 and Casio EX-G1
 Canon PowerShot A480Casio Exilim EX-G1
General Information
Make Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot A480 Casio Exilim EX-G1
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-15 2009-11-18
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 10MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 5 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 37-122mm (3.3x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0-5.8 f/3.9-5.4
Macro focus range 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1250 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 2.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/500 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140 gr (0.31 pounds) 154 gr (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model 2 x AA NP-800
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal microSD/microSDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $210 $61