Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Superseded the Sony A380
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Following is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the A390 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.
Mastering Nature Photography with a Digital Microscope CameraThe EX-H20G was brought out 2 months after the A390 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-H20G scores vs the A390 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Sony A390
| EX-H20G | A390 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Casio EX-H20G
| A390 | EX-H20G | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Sony A390
| EX-H20G | A390 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony A390 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-H20G against the A390.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and A390 is 91 and 66 respectively.
Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and A390.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The EX-H20G has got the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh tougher.
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A390 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2010-07-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 143 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Mic 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 | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 216 gr (0.48 lb) | 549 gr (1.21 lb) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 607 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 230 photos |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-90 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $300 | $500 |