Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000
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Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-600mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 733g - 123 x 77 x 105mm
- Announced June 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2012
Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the G3 X (1") and EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The G3 X was released 2 years after the EX-ZR1000 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G3 X grades vs the EX-ZR1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G3 X over the Casio EX-ZR1000
G3 X | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | September 2012 | Newer by 34 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 461k | Sharper display (+1159k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Canon G3 X
EX-ZR1000 | G3 X |
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Common features in the Canon G3 X and Casio EX-ZR1000
G3 X | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display |
Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G3 X offers outer measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") having a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR1000 has measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).
Examine the Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G3 X against the EX-ZR1000.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and EX-ZR1000 is 60 and 90 respectively.
Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and EX-ZR1000.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G3 X will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent G3 X should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon G3 X vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G3 X | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot G3 X | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 |
Category | Large Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-06-18 | 2012-09-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-600mm (25.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.9fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 733 grams (1.62 lbs) | 255 grams (0.56 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 77 x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 470 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $849 | $572 |