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Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(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
Olympus 8000
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Olympus 8000

 EX-H20G 8000 
RevealedSeptember 2010July 2009Newer by 15 months
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Casio EX-H20G

 8000 EX-H20G 

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Olympus 8000

 EX-H20G 8000 
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography info
Olympus 8000 Portrait photography info
35
focusing manually
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Street photography advice
Olympus 8000 Street photography advice
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than others in class (216 grams)
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Sports photography highlights
Olympus 8000 Sports photography highlights
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Travel photography camera
Olympus 8000 as a Travel photography camera
60
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others in class (216g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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environment sealing
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography highlights
Olympus 8000 Landscape photography highlights
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focusing manually
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
35
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Vlogging details
Olympus 8000 Vlogging details
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fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
heavier than others in class (216 grams)
28
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external microphone socket
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Casio EX-H20G vs Olympus 8000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Olympus 8000
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GOlympus Stylus Tough 8000
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