Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800
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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Key Specs
(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
- Announced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced August 2013

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-ZR800, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Casio. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and EX-ZR800 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the EX-ZR800 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-G1 matches up against the EX-ZR800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Casio Exilim EX-ZR800. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Casio EX-ZR800
EX-G1 | EX-ZR800 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Casio EX-G1
EX-ZR800 | EX-G1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | ![]() | November 2009 | More recent by 45 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-ZR800
EX-G1 | EX-ZR800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR800 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-G1 and Casio EX-ZR800 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the EX-ZR800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and EX-ZR800 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and EX-ZR800.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR800 to provide extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Casio |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-11-18 | 2013-08-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 life | - | 470 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-800 | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $61 | $429 |