Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000
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Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 3000
Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-H15 was launched within a month of the Tough-3000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-H15 matches up versus the Tough-3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Olympus Tough-3000
EX-H15 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Casio EX-H15
Tough-3000 | EX-H15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Olympus Tough-3000
EX-H15 | Tough-3000 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H15 features outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus Tough-3000 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H15 versus the Tough-3000.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and Tough-3000 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H15 and Tough-3000.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H15 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-H15 vs Olympus Tough-3000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 |
Also called as | - | mju Tough 3000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 161 grams (0.35 lb) | 159 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $300 | $0 |