Casio G-Shock Camera – Exilim G1

Casio are bucking the trend of boring camera design; the new Exilim G1 is a rugged digital camera with heavy style influences from their G-Shock watches. The tank-like appearance is a good indicator of the G1’s tough credentials. The Casio EX-G1 is capable of withstanding 2.13 metre drops, is waterproof up to 3 metres deep and freeze-proof until the mercury hits minus 10° Celsius.

The G-Shock style EX-G1 Digital Camera

Casio EX-G1 Specifications

• Stainless steel camera body with a polycarbonate cover
• 12.1 megapixel CCD sensor (1/2.3” size)
• 38-114mm f3.9-5.6 equivalent lens
• Record 848×480 widescreen video
• 2.5” LCD Screen with 230k pixels
• ISO 64-3200
• Weighs 124g
• 104 x 64 x 20mm dimensions
• Due December 2009

The EX-G1 is a slim camera - just 20mm deep!

The Exilim G1 looks like a fine choice if you’re feeling the need for adventure; the shock-proofing is better than the Olympus Mju Tough 6010 (although the Olympus has a 28-102mm lens) and the styling is suited to everyday use, unlike the Canon PowerShot D10 which is definitely tailored to underwater use (up to 10m!)