Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus VG-120
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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus VG-120 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
- Revealed November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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The following is a extended review of the Casio EX-G1 and Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-G1 was unveiled 13 months before the VG-120 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-G1 matches up vs the VG-120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Olympus VG-120. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Olympus VG-120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Olympus VG-120
| EX-G1 | VG-120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Casio EX-G1
| VG-120 | EX-G1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | November 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Olympus VG-120
| EX-G1 | VG-120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus VG-120 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-G1 and Olympus VG-120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-G1 versus the VG-120.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and VG-120 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and VG-120.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VG-120 to result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-G1 vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Olympus VG-120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Olympus |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Olympus VG-120 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2009-11-18 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | TruePic III |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.8-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 7cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.40 m | 4.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 154 gr (0.34 pounds) | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 160 pictures |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-800 | LI-70B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $61 | $190 |
