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Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SD780 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs

Canon SD780 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 100 IS
Casio EX-G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • 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 SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SD780 IS versus Casio EX-G1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the EX-G1 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD780 IS was announced 9 months earlier than the EX-G1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD780 IS matches up versus the EX-G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Casio EX-G1

 SD780 IS EX-G1 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon SD780 IS

 EX-G1 SD780 IS 
IntroducedNovember 2009February 2009Fresher by 9 months
Manually focus More accurate focus

Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Casio EX-G1

 SD780 IS EX-G1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.5"2.5"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD780 IS offers outer measurements of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-G1 has dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD780 IS versus Casio EX-G1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SD780 IS versus the EX-G1.

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD780 IS and EX-G1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD780 IS and EX-G1.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older SD780 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 sensor size comparison

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Portrait photography info
Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography info
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comes with face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
27
you can focus manually
no manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Street photography info
Casio EX-G1 Street photography info
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (155g)
53
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than competitors (154g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Sports photography highlights
Casio EX-G1 Sports photography highlights
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
23
environment proof
max shutter speed is low (1/1,250 seconds)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-G1 Travel photography highlights
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built-in flash
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (155 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
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environment proof
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (154g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD780 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-G1 as a Landscape photography camera
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.5")
manual exposure not available
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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you can focus manually
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SD780 IS
Vlogging with Casio EX-G1
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (155 grams)
22
wide angle not good (38mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competitors (154g)
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Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD780 IS and Casio EX-G1
 Canon PowerShot SD780 ISCasio Exilim EX-G1
General Information
Brand Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot SD780 IS Casio Exilim EX-G1
Alternate name Digital IXUS 100 IS -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-02-18 2009-11-18
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-100mm (3.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.9-5.4
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1250 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 2.40 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 155 grams (0.34 lbs) 154 grams (0.34 lbs)
Dimensions 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 NB-4L NP-800
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus microSD/microSDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
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