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Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30

Portability
89
Imaging
46
Features
51
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX720 HS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-H30 front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Key Specs

Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
  • 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
  • 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
  • Revealed February 2016
  • Superseded the Canon SX710 HS
  • Successor is Canon SX730 HS
Casio EX-H30
(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
  • Introduced January 2011
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Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX720 HS versus Casio EX-H30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and EX-H30 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX720 HS was launched 5 years later than the EX-H30 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX720 HS grades versus the EX-H30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the Casio EX-H30

 SX720 HS EX-H30 
IntroducedFebruary 2016January 2011Fresher by 63 months
Display resolution922k461kCrisper display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Canon SX720 HS

 EX-H30 SX720 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and Casio EX-H30

 SX720 HS EX-H30 
Focus manually More accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS features external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Casio EX-H30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX720 HS versus Casio EX-H30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX720 HS and the EX-H30.

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and EX-H30 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and EX-H30.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to show more detail utilizing its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX720 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 sensor size comparison

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Portrait photography features
Casio EX-H30 Portrait photography features
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manual focus
megapixel count good (20.3 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Street photography info
Casio EX-H30 Street photography info
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (270g)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (201 grams)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Sports photography info
Casio EX-H30 Sports photography info
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great zoom range (24-960mm 40.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20.3MP)
features tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (5.9 frames per second)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (250 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
52
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-H30 Travel photography highlights
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lighter than competitors (270 grams)
megapixel count good (20.3 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long zoom (960mm)
no Timelapse mode
terrible battery power (250 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average in class (201 grams)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Landscape photography factors
Casio EX-H30 Landscape photography factors
50
manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20.3MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery power (250 per charge)
no Timelapse mode
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manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX720 HS Vlogging features
Casio EX-H30 Vlogging features
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decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (270g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external microphone port
30
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (201g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic socket
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Canon SX720 HS vs Casio EX-H30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX720 HS and Casio EX-H30
 Canon PowerShot SX720 HSCasio Exilim EX-H30
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Casio
Model type Canon PowerShot SX720 HS Casio Exilim EX-H30
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2016-02-18 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 6 Exilim Engine 5.0
Sensor type BSI-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 20.3 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5184 x 3888 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-960mm (40.0x) 24-300mm (12.5x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.9 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 922 thousand dots 461 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.9 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 270 gr (0.60 pounds) 201 gr (0.44 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 life 250 pictures -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-13L NP-130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card -
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $379 $709