Canon N vs Casio EX-H30
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Canon N vs Casio EX-H30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 N vs Casio EX-H30 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon N versus Casio EX-H30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the N (12MP) and EX-H30 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The N was launched 2 years after the EX-H30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the N matches up vs the EX-H30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon N vs Casio EX-H30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N and Casio Exilim EX-H30. The complete galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Casio EX-H30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Casio EX-H30
N | EX-H30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Canon N
EX-H30 | N | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Casio EX-H30
N | EX-H30 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Equal screen resolution |
Canon N vs Casio EX-H30 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon N offers external measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Canon N versus Casio EX-H30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the N and the EX-H30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the N and EX-H30 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon N vs Casio EX-H30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the N and EX-H30.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-H30 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer N provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon N vs Casio EX-H30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Casio EX-H30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Casio Exilim EX-H30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G touch | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lb) | 201 grams (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-9L | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $299 | $709 |