Casio EX-G1 vs Sony A6100

In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony A6100, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The EX-G1 was introduced 10 years before the A6100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-G1 matches up versus the A6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony A6100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the A6100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and A6100 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and A6100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-G1 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A6100 will provide you with more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.