Casio EX-H20G vs Leica C

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-H20G versus Leica C, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Leica. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the C (12MP) is very close but the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and C (1/1.7") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-H20G was introduced 4 years prior to the C which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-H20G grades versus the C in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Leica C. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Leica C Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-H20G comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Leica C has specifications of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-H20G versus Leica C in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-H20G against the C.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and C is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and C.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-H20G having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Casio EX-H20G will result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.