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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Key Specs

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
  • Revealed November 2009
Nikon L31
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2015
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-G1 versus Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and L31 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was introduced 6 years prior to the L31 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-G1 scores against the L31 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon L31

 EX-G1 L31 
Manual focus Very precise focus

Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Casio EX-G1

 L31 EX-G1 
LaunchedJanuary 2015November 2009Newer by 62 months
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon L31

 EX-G1 L31 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon L31 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 vs the L31.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and L31 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and L31.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon L31 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography information
Nikon L31 Portrait photography information
27
manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
36
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-G1
Street photography with Nikon L31
53
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (154 grams)
56
image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than others (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography details
Nikon L31 Sports photography details
23
environment sealing
max shutter speed is low (1/1,250 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-G1
Travel photography with Nikon L31
54
environment sealing
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (154g)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
68
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
decently wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (160 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography features
Nikon L31 Landscape photography features
31
manual focus
environment sealing
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
39
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging info
Nikon L31 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic support
heavier than competitors in class (154 grams)
65
decently wide (26mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
more heavy than others (160g)
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon L31 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Nikon L31
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Nikon Coolpix L31
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-G1 Nikon Coolpix L31
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-11-18 2015-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 38-114mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1250s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.40 m 3.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft -
External flash
AEB
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) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 grams (0.34 pounds) 160 grams (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 200 photos
Form of battery - AA
Battery model NP-800 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $61 $0