Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100
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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was announced 13 months before the SH100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-G1 scores against the SH100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Samsung SH100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Samsung SH100
EX-G1 | SH100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Casio EX-G1
SH100 | EX-G1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung SH100
EX-G1 | SH100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 comes with outer 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) and the Samsung SH100 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 versus the SH100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and SH100 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and SH100.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung SH100 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung SH100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-11-18 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4230 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154 grams (0.34 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $61 | $200 |