Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30
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Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Casio. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the EX-H30 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2300 was unveiled 14 months later than the EX-H30 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A2300 matches up against the EX-H30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Casio Exilim EX-H30. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery & Casio EX-H30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Casio EX-H30
A2300 | EX-H30 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Canon A2300
EX-H30 | A2300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Casio EX-H30
A2300 | EX-H30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 has external dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-H30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A2300 versus the EX-H30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and EX-H30 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and EX-H30.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger A2300 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-H30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Casio Exilim EX-H30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 201 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 210 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $139 | $709 |