Clicky

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 135
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
  • 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed February 2014
  • Additionally referred to as IXUS 145
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
  • Released November 2009
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon ELPH 135 versus Casio EX-G1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Casio. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and EX-G1 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The ELPH 135 was unveiled 4 years after the EX-G1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ELPH 135 scores versus the EX-G1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 135 over the Casio EX-G1

 ELPH 135 EX-G1 
ReleasedFebruary 2014November 2009Newer by 52 months
Screen size2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon ELPH 135

 EX-G1 ELPH 135 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Canon ELPH 135 and Casio EX-G1

 ELPH 135 EX-G1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 135 has physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-G1 has sizing of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 135 versus Casio EX-G1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 135 against the EX-G1.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 135 and EX-G1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 135 and EX-G1.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon ELPH 135 to result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer ELPH 135 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 135 Portrait photography details
Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography details
35
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
offers face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 135 Street photography factors
Casio EX-G1 Street photography factors
58
has image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
53
environment proofing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than average in class (154 grams)
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 135 Sports photography factors
Casio EX-G1 Sports photography factors
41
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
23
environment proofing
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250 seconds)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon ELPH 135
Travel photography with Casio EX-G1
66
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
54
environment proofing
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (154 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 135 Landscape photography features
Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography features
39
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
31
you can focus manually
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 135 as a Vlogging camera
Casio EX-G1 as a Vlogging camera
31
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
22
wide angle not great (38mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than average in class (154g)
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Canon ELPH 135 vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 135 and Casio EX-G1
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 135Casio Exilim EX-G1
General Information
Brand Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 Casio Exilim EX-G1
Also referred to as IXUS 145 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2014-02-12 2009-11-18
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4+ -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points 1 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-224mm (8.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-6.9 f/3.9-5.4
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1250 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 2.40 m
Flash modes Auto, on, off, slow sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 127 grams (0.28 pounds) 154 grams (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") 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 life 230 photos -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11L NP-800
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $119 $61