Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced April 2009
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-G1 and Sony HX1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-G1 was announced 7 months after the HX1 so 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 HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-G1 grades against the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony HX1
EX-G1 | HX1 | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | April 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Casio EX-G1
HX1 | EX-G1 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony HX1
EX-G1 | HX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-G1 has 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 HX1 has sizing of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-G1 and Sony HX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the HX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and HX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and HX1.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-G1 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Casio EX-G1 will deliver extra detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger EX-G1 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2009-04-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 9.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1440x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 pounds) | 544 gr (1.20 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-800 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $61 | $47,999 |