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Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7

Portability
64
Imaging
37
Features
42
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX30 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Key Specs

Canon SX30 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
  • Released September 2010
  • Succeeded the Canon SX20 IS
  • Renewed by Canon SX40 HS
Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
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Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX30 IS versus Casio EX-S7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the EX-S7 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was introduced 7 months after the EX-S7 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX30 IS grades vs the EX-S7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Casio EX-S7

 SX30 IS EX-S7 
ReleasedSeptember 2010February 2010More modern by 7 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Canon SX30 IS

 EX-S7 SX30 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Casio EX-S7

 SX30 IS EX-S7 
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX30 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Casio EX-S7 has specifications of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX30 IS versus Casio EX-S7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX30 IS versus the EX-S7.

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and EX-S7 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX30 IS and EX-S7.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX30 IS to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX30 IS should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 sensor size comparison

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX30 IS Portrait photography info
Casio EX-S7 Portrait photography info
42
you can focus manually
MP count good (14MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SX30 IS
Street photography with Casio EX-S7
49
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (601g)
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX30 IS as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-S7 as a Sports photography camera
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amazing zoom range (24-840mm 35.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX30 IS as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-S7 as a Travel photography camera
58
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
relatively wide (24mm)
long zoom (840mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (601g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX30 IS Landscape photography highlights
Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography highlights
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you can focus manually
relatively wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
28
manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX30 IS
Vlogging with Casio EX-S7
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relatively wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
heavier than competitors in class (601g)
22
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone port
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Canon SX30 IS vs Casio EX-S7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX30 IS and Casio EX-S7
 Canon PowerShot SX30 ISCasio Exilim EX-S7
General Information
Brand Name Canon Casio
Model type Canon PowerShot SX30 IS Casio Exilim EX-S7
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Released 2010-09-14 2010-02-21
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-840mm (35.0x) 36-107mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.7-5.8 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing range 0cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/3200s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.80 m 3.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 601 grams (1.32 pounds) 121 grams (0.27 pounds)
Physical dimensions 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID NB-7L NP-80
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $400 $140