Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1
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94 Imaging
35 Features
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Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS and Casio Exilim EX-G1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD780 IS Gallery and Casio EX-G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Casio EX-G1
SD780 IS | EX-G1 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon SD780 IS
EX-G1 | SD780 IS | |||
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Introduced | November 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 9 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Casio EX-G1
SD780 IS | EX-G1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD780 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | |
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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 |
Retail cost | $0 | $61 |