Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980
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Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 194g - 102 x 62 x 24mm
- Revealed June 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-H10 versus Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-H10 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-H10 was launched 4 months after the S980 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-H10 scores against the S980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H10 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H10 over the Sony S980
EX-H10 | S980 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Casio EX-H10
S980 | EX-H10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H10 and Sony S980
EX-H10 | S980 | |||
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Released | June 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H10 offers external measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Casio EX-H10 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-H10 and the S980.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H10 and S980 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H10 and S980.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.
Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-H10 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-06-11 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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 | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 62 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $300 |