Casio EX-100 vs Sony HX30V

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-100 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and HX30V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was announced 24 months after the HX30V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-100 scores against the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 offers outside dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-100 vs Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-100 versus the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and HX30V is 83 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and HX30V.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-100 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX30V will render extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.