Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A9

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-G1 and Sony A9, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and A9 (24MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

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The EX-G1 was announced 8 years earlier than the A9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-G1 matches up against the A9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Sony Alpha A9. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 has outside measurements 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 Sony A9 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-G1 versus the A9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and A9 is 94 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and A9.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-G1 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A9 will provide more detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.