Casio EX-G1 vs Sony TX20

The following is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-G1 vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was manufactured 3 years prior to the TX20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-G1 grades vs the TX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-G1 vs Sony TX20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-G1 and the TX20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and TX20 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and TX20.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX20 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.