Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced November 2009
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2016
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The following is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon A100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and A100 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-G1 was revealed 7 years earlier than the A100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-G1 scores against the A100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon A100
| EX-G1 | A100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Casio EX-G1
| A100 | EX-G1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2016 |  | November 2009 | Newer by 74 months |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon A100
| EX-G1 | A100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 offers external 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 Nikon A100 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the A100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and A100 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and A100.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon A100 to offer greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Nikon Coolpix A100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Nikon |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Nikon Coolpix A100 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2016-01-14 |
| 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 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| 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 per second | 1.1 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.40 m | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 154 grams (0.34 pounds) | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 life | - | 250 pictures |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-800 | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $61 | $162 |