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Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-H10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Key Specs

Casio EX-H10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 194g - 102 x 62 x 24mm
  • Revealed June 2009
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-H10 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H10 was unveiled 6 months after the G3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-H10 grades versus the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H10 over the Sony G3

 EX-H10 G3 

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Casio EX-H10

 G3 EX-H10 
Screen sizing3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-H10 and Sony G3

 EX-H10 G3 
ReleasedJune 2009January 2009Same generation
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H10 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-H10 versus the G3.

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H10 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H10 and G3.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-H10 to show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H10 Portrait photography factors
Sony G3 Portrait photography factors
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
26
manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-H10
Street photography with Sony G3
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H10 Sports photography info
Sony G3 Sports photography info
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
23
has image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H10 Travel photography highlights
Sony G3 Travel photography highlights
57
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
50
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H10 Landscape photography factors
Sony G3 Landscape photography factors
41
has manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
36
manual focus
big screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H10 as a Vlogging camera
Sony G3 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
27
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone port
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Casio EX-H10 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H10 and Sony G3
 Casio Exilim EX-H10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-06-11 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
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 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 1 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 4.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.60 m 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 194g (0.43 pounds) 185g (0.41 pounds)
Dimensions 102 x 62 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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-90 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $300 $200