Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon D3S
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon D3S 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
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
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In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon D3S, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro DSLR by competitors Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the D3S (12MP) is fairly close but the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and D3S (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe EX-G1 was introduced 3 months prior to the D3S so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D3S being a Large SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-G1 matches up versus the D3S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Nikon D3S. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Nikon D3S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Nikon D3S
| EX-G1 | D3S |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Casio EX-G1
| D3S | EX-G1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon D3S
| EX-G1 | D3S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | November 2009 |  | February 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon D3S Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 has 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) whilst the Nikon D3S has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 and Nikon D3S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-G1 and the D3S.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and D3S is 94 and 51 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon D3S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and D3S.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The EX-G1 offers the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging.
Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon D3S Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon D3S Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Nikon D3S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Nikon |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Nikon D3S |
| Class | Ultracompact | Pro DSLR |
| Released | 2009-11-18 | 2010-02-16 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4256 x 2832 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 51 |
| Cross focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Nikon F |
| Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.40 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
| Highest 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 | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 154g (0.34 lbs) | 1240g (2.73 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 82 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 3253 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 4200 shots |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-800 | EN-EL4a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA |
| Storage slots | One | Dual |
| Price at launch | $61 | $5,200 |
