Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Introduced August 2013
- Refreshed by Sony a3500
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony A3000, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-G1 was launched 4 years before the A3000 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-G1 scores against the A3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony A3000
EX-G1 | A3000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Casio EX-G1
A3000 | EX-G1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | November 2009 | More modern by 45 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony A3000
EX-G1 | A3000 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony A3000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the A3000.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and A3000 is 94 and 69 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and A3000.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-G1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A3000 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 pounds) | 411 gr (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-800 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $61 | $398 |