Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 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
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Introduced July 2010
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-G1 was released 7 months earlier than the T99 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-G1 grades against the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony T99
EX-G1 | T99 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Casio EX-G1
T99 | EX-G1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | November 2009 | More recent by 7 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony T99
EX-G1 | T99 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 provides outside measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony T99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the T99.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and T99 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and T99.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony T99 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-800 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $61 | $179 |