Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 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
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-G1 was manufactured very close to the W380 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-G1 matches up vs the W380 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony W380
EX-G1 | W380 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Casio EX-G1
W380 | EX-G1 | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony W380
EX-G1 | W380 | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-G1 features outside measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-G1 vs the W380.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and W380.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W380 to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-11-18 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $61 | $44 |