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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
42
Overall
41

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 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
  • Launched November 2009
Olympus TG-860
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
  • 224g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
  • Announced February 2015
  • Renewed by Olympus TG-870
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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and TG-860 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was announced 6 years prior to the TG-860 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-G1 matches up vs the TG-860 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Olympus TG-860

 EX-G1 TG-860 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-860 over the Casio EX-G1

 TG-860 EX-G1 
AnnouncedFebruary 2015November 2009Newer by 63 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Olympus TG-860

 EX-G1 TG-860 
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 has outside dimensions 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 TG-860 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the TG-860.

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and TG-860 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and TG-860.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus TG-860 to offer greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus TG-860 as a Portrait photography camera
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focusing manually
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
36
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Street photography information
Olympus TG-860 Street photography information
53
environment sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
69
screen tilts
image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography advice
Olympus TG-860 Sports photography advice
23
environment sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,250 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Travel photography highlights
Olympus TG-860 Travel photography highlights
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environment sealing
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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environment proof
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (21mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus TG-860 as a Landscape photography camera
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focusing manually
environment sealing
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
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really wide (21mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proof
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-G1
Vlogging with Olympus TG-860
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wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic port
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
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really wide (21mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no external mic support
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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus TG-860 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Olympus TG-860
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860
General Information
Company Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-G1 Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860
Category Ultracompact Waterproof
Launched 2009-11-18 2015-02-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - TruePic VII
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 38-114mm (3.0x) 21-105mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/3.5-5.7
Macro focus range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/1250s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.40 m 4.00 m (at ISO 1600)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
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) 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Yes
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154g (0.34 lb) 224g (0.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1")
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 - 300 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-800 Li-50B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage type microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $61 $279