Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 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
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony A380, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the A380 (14MP) is very close but the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and A380 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-G1 was launched 3 months after the A380 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-G1 scores versus the A380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony A380
EX-G1 | A380 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Casio EX-G1
A380 | EX-G1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony A380
EX-G1 | A380 | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 provides external dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony A380 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the A380.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and A380 is 94 and 68 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and A380.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-G1 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A380 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A380 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-11-18 | 2009-08-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
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) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154 grams (0.34 lbs) | 519 grams (1.14 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-800 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $61 | $899 |