Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F
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35 Features
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90 Imaging
37 Features
62 Overall
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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F 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)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Announced December 2012

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty close but the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

The EX-G1 was launched 4 years earlier than the EX2F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-G1 scores vs the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Samsung EX2F
EX-G1 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Casio EX-G1
EX2F | EX-G1 | |||
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Announced | December 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | More recent by 37 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung EX2F
EX-G1 | EX2F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the EX2F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and EX2F.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The EX-G1 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The older EX-G1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung EX2F |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-11-18 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 lbs) | 294g (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-800 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $61 | $478 |