Casio EX-H10 vs Sony HX80

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-H10 versus Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-H10 (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H10 was released 7 years before the HX80 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-H10 scores versus the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H10 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-H10 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-H10 versus Sony HX80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-H10 versus the HX80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H10 and HX80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H10 and HX80.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX80 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-H10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.