Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R 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
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Released June 2013
- Replacement is Sony RX1R II

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the EX-H20G (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-H20G was manufactured 3 years earlier than the RX1R and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-H20G scores against the RX1R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Sony RX1R
EX-H20G | RX1R |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Casio EX-H20G
RX1R | EX-H20G | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 33 months |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+768k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Sony RX1R
EX-H20G | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H20G features physical measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H20G against the RX1R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and RX1R is 91 and 79 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and RX1R.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-H20G due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will resolve extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2013-06-26 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.0 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 grams (0.48 pounds) | 482 grams (1.06 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 91 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $2,798 |