Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000
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94 Imaging
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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Key Specs
(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
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also referred to as mju Tough 3000
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-G1 was launched very close to the Tough-3000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus Tough-3000 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-G1 scores versus the Tough-3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Olympus Tough-3000
EX-G1 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Casio EX-G1
Tough-3000 | EX-G1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Olympus Tough-3000
EX-G1 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 has physical measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-G1 and the Tough-3000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and Tough-3000 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and Tough-3000.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 |
Also Known as | - | mju Tough 3000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-11-18 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 pounds) | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 model | NP-800 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $61 | $0 |