Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2
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Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Released July 2010
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G1
- Renewed by Panasonic G3
Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio TRYX and Panasonic G2, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the TRYX (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is very comparable but the TRYX (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe TRYX was revealed 6 months later than the G2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio TRYX being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TRYX matches up versus the G2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim TRYX and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are provided at Casio TRYX Gallery and Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Panasonic G2
TRYX | G2 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Casio TRYX
G2 | TRYX | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio TRYX and Panasonic G2
TRYX | G2 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | July 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio TRYX has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the Casio TRYX and Panasonic G2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TRYX compared to the G2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the TRYX and G2 is 99 and 72 respectively.
Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TRYX and G2.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The TRYX contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF tougher.
Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio TRYX vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim TRYX | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 21mm (1x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $689 | $1,000 |