Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-G1 was announced 13 months before the W530 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-G1 grades against the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sony W530
EX-G1 | W530 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Casio EX-G1
W530 | EX-G1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | November 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sony W530
EX-G1 | W530 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 comes with outer measurements 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 W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-G1 versus Sony W530 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-G1 versus the W530.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and W530 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and W530.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony W530 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older EX-G1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154g (0.34 lbs) | 113g (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $61 | $269 |