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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
16
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 front
Portability
64
Imaging
47
Features
38
Overall
43

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Key Specs

Casio EX-G1
(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
  • Launched November 2009
Sony A100
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
  • Revealed July 2006
  • Replaced the Konica Minolta 5D
  • Refreshed by Sony A550
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the A100 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The EX-G1 was brought out 3 years after the A100 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-G1 grades vs the A100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony A100

 EX-G1 A100 
RevealedNovember 2009July 2006Newer by 41 months

Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Casio EX-G1

 A100 EX-G1 

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony A100

 EX-G1 A100 
Focus manually More accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.5"2.5"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony A100 has specifications of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-G1 against the A100.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and A100 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and A100.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-G1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-G1 will give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-G1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-G1
Portrait photography with Sony A100
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
52
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-G1
Street photography with Sony A100
53
weather proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than competition (154 grams)
64
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography features
Sony A100 Sports photography features
23
weather proof
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250 seconds)
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
48
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect AF
does not have liveview
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-G1
Travel photography with Sony A100
54
weather proof
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (154 grams)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
45
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
low MP (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography info
Sony A100 Landscape photography info
31
you can focus manually
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
52
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is small (2.5 inches)
does not have liveview
low MP (10 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging details
Sony A100 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic port
heavier than competition (154g)
9
no video shooting
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Sony A100
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Sony Alpha DSLR-A100
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-G1 Sony Alpha DSLR-A100
Type Ultracompact Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2009-11-18 2006-07-31
Body design Ultracompact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 38-114mm (3.0x) -
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.4 -
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Number of lenses - 143
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 2.5"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.55x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1250 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.40 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) -
Max video resolution 640x480 None
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 pounds) 638 gr (1.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 61
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 476
Other
Battery ID NP-800 NP-FM55H
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media microSD/microSDHC card, Internal Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $61 $1,000