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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
29
Overall
39

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 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
  • Introduced November 2009
Nikon A100
(Full Review)
  • 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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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Overview

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").

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The 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 
IntroducedJanuary 2016November 2009Newer by 74 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon A100

 EX-G1 A100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual 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).

See the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon A100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and A100 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 top view buttons comparison

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.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography details
Nikon A100 Portrait photography details
27
manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
39
decent megapixels (20MP)
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Street photography details
Nikon A100 Street photography details
53
weather sealing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (154g)
59
has image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-G1
Sports photography with Nikon A100
23
weather sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,250 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
48
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20MP)
has tracking focus
good battery power (250 shots)
max fps low (1.1 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Travel photography factors
Nikon A100 Travel photography factors
54
weather sealing
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (154 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
70
good battery power (250 CIPA)
decent megapixels (20MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon A100 as a Landscape photography camera
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manual focus
weather sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
44
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
decent megapixels (20MP)
good battery power (250 shots)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging info
Nikon A100 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (154g)
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reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon A100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Nikon A100
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Nikon 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