Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1
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Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A480 & Casio Exilim EX-G1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A480 Gallery & Casio EX-G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Casio EX-G1
A480 | EX-G1 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon A480
EX-G1 | A480 | |||
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Introduced | November 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A480 and Casio EX-G1
A480 | EX-G1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon A480 vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | |
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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 |