Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W
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36 Features
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91 Imaging
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Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-H15 was introduced very close to the HZ30W so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-H15 grades versus the HZ30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H15 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-H15 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Samsung HZ30W
EX-H15 | HZ30W | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-H15
HZ30W | EX-H15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung HZ30W
EX-H15 | HZ30W | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H15 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-H15 vs the HZ30W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H15 and HZ30W.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-H15 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called as | - | WB600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 161 gr (0.35 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 ID | NP-90 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $280 |