Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F
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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F 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
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung DV300F, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was announced 3 years before the DV300F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-G1 grades against the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Samsung DV300F
EX-G1 | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Casio EX-G1
DV300F | EX-G1 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung DV300F
EX-G1 | DV300F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 comes with outside 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 Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the DV300F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and DV300F.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung DV300F |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-11-18 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $61 | $200 |