Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1
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Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX10 IS
- Successor is Canon SX30 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
- Revealed November 2009

Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX20 IS versus Casio EX-G1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the EX-G1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX20 IS was brought out 8 months after the EX-G1 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX20 IS grades vs the EX-G1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Casio Exilim EX-G1. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Casio EX-G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX20 IS over the Casio EX-G1
SX20 IS | EX-G1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | November 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon SX20 IS
EX-G1 | SX20 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX20 IS and Casio EX-G1
SX20 IS | EX-G1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX20 IS features outside measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-G1 has specifications of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Canon SX20 IS versus Casio EX-G1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX20 IS against the EX-G1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and EX-G1 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and EX-G1.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX20 IS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX20 IS vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | Casio Exilim EX-G1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2009-11-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 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 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 2.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 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 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 | 600 grams (1.32 lbs) | 154 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 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 | 4 x AA | NP-800 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / MMC / MMC Plus / HC MMC Plus | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $500 | $61 |