Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched May 2011

Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Leica. The sensor resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was launched 8 months before the V-Lux 30 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-H20G grades against the V-Lux 30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Leica V-Lux 30. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Leica V-Lux 30
EX-H20G | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Casio EX-H20G
V-Lux 30 | EX-H20G | |||
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Launched | May 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Leica V-Lux 30
EX-H20G | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H20G compared to the V-Lux 30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and V-Lux 30 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and V-Lux 30.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-H20G vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Leica |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2011-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 pounds) | 219g (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 260 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $900 |