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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
43
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs

Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Earlier Model is Canon SX210 IS
  • Successor is Canon SX240 HS
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
  • Released November 2009
Photography Glossary

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX230 HS versus Casio EX-G1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the EX-G1 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was revealed 21 months later than the EX-G1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX230 HS grades vs the EX-G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Casio EX-G1

 SX230 HS EX-G1 
ReleasedJuly 2011November 2009Fresher by 21 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution461k230kSharper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon SX230 HS

 EX-G1 SX230 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-G1

 SX230 HS EX-G1 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-G1 has dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS versus Casio EX-G1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX230 HS against the EX-G1.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and EX-G1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and EX-G1.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX230 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 sensor size comparison

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX230 HS as a Portrait photography camera
Casio EX-G1 as a Portrait photography camera
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manual focus
features face detect autofocus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
27
focusing manually
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SX230 HS as a Street photography camera
Casio EX-G1 as a Street photography camera
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image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (223g)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
53
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average in class (154g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Sports photography info
Casio EX-G1 Sports photography info
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amazing zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery (210 shots)
no phase detect autofocus
23
environment proofing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,250s)
max frames per second low (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Travel photography information
Casio EX-G1 Travel photography information
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lighter than competition (223g)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
long reach (392mm)
no Timelapse mode
terrible battery (210 shots)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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environment proofing
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (154 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Landscape photography information
Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography information
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manual focus
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
terrible battery (210 per charge)
no Timelapse mode
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focusing manually
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX230 HS Vlogging highlights
Casio EX-G1 Vlogging highlights
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really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (223g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no microphone port
22
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic support
heavier than average in class (154 grams)
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Canon SX230 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX230 HS and Casio EX-G1
 Canon PowerShot SX230 HSCasio Exilim EX-G1
General Information
Company Canon Casio
Model type Canon PowerShot SX230 HS Casio Exilim EX-G1
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-07-19 2009-11-18
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-392mm (14.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.9-5.4
Macro focusing distance 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology PureColor II TG TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/1250 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 2.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 223 grams (0.49 pounds) 154 grams (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-5L NP-800
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus microSD/microSDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $399 $61