Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310
94 Imaging
35 Features
16 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was launched within a month of the W310 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-G1 matches up vs the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony W310
EX-G1 | W310 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-G1
W310 | EX-G1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony W310
EX-G1 | W310 | |||
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Introduced | November 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony W310 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-G1 vs the W310.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and W310 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and W310.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 pounds) | 137g (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $61 | $150 |