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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
22
Overall
28

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Key Specs

Casio EX-G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
  • 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
  • Launched November 2009
Casio EX-Z270
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
  • 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both produced by Casio. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the EX-Z270 (10MP) is fairly close but the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor size.

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The EX-G1 was brought out 11 months after the EX-Z270 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-G1 matches up against the EX-Z270 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Casio EX-Z270

 EX-G1 EX-Z270 
ReleasedNovember 2009January 2009Newer by 11 months
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display resolution230k115kSharper display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Casio EX-G1

 EX-Z270 EX-G1 
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-Z270

 EX-G1 EX-Z270 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z270 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-Z270 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-G1 versus the EX-Z270.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and EX-Z270 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and EX-Z270.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-G1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Casio EX-G1 will provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more modern EX-G1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography details
Casio EX-Z270 Portrait photography details
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you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-G1
Street photography with Casio EX-Z270
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weather proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than others in class (154g)
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography info
Casio EX-Z270 Sports photography info
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weather proof
low max shutter speed (1/1,250 seconds)
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-Z270 Travel photography highlights
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weather proof
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (154g)
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography features
Casio EX-Z270 Landscape photography features
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you can focus manually
weather proof
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.5")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Vlogging camera
Casio EX-Z270 as a Vlogging camera
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wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than others in class (154g)
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reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-Z270 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-Z270
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Casio Exilim EX-Z270
General Information
Brand Name Casio Casio
Model type Casio Exilim EX-G1 Casio Exilim EX-Z270
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-11-18 2009-01-08
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-114mm (3.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/2.6-7.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 6.3
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 115k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 1/2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1250 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.40 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 grams (0.34 pounds) 111 grams (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-800 NP-80
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $61 $0