Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30
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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 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
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2011
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is relatively close but the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") possess different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-G1 was unveiled 14 months prior to the ST30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-G1 matches up vs the ST30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Samsung ST30. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Samsung ST30
EX-G1 | ST30 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Casio EX-G1
ST30 | EX-G1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | November 2009 | Newer by 14 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung ST30
EX-G1 | ST30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-G1 has 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) and the Samsung ST30 has proportions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-G1 and Samsung ST30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the ST30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and ST30 is 94 and 98 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and ST30.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-G1 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Casio EX-G1 will provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Samsung ST30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 grams (0.34 lbs) | 87 grams (0.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NP-800 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $61 | $55 |