Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000
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Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Other Name is mju Tough 8000

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-H20G versus Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was revealed 15 months after the 8000 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-H20G grades vs the 8000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Olympus 8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Olympus 8000
EX-H20G | 8000 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 15 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Casio EX-H20G
8000 | EX-H20G |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Olympus 8000
EX-H20G | 8000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-H20G versus Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H20G and the 8000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and 8000 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and 8000.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H20G to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-H20G should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 |
Otherwise known as | - | mju Tough 8000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
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 | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 lbs) | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $380 |