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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Samsung WB30F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F 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
  • Released September 2010
Samsung WB30F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F Overview

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-H20G and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was unveiled 3 years prior to the WB30F which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-H20G scores vs the WB30F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Samsung WB30F

 EX-H20G WB30F 
Focus manually More precise focus
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Casio EX-H20G

 WB30F EX-H20G 
IntroducedJanuary 2013September 2010Newer by 28 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Samsung WB30F

 EX-H20G WB30F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G has got exterior 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 Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-H20G compared to the WB30F.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and WB30F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H20G and WB30F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to give greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography information
Samsung WB30F Portrait photography information
35
you can focus manually
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
35
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
includes face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Street photography advice
Samsung WB30F Street photography advice
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than competition (216 grams)
64
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-H20G
Sports photography with Samsung WB30F
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
45
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Travel photography highlights
Samsung WB30F Travel photography highlights
60
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (216g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than average in class (128g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography info
Samsung WB30F Landscape photography info
46
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
43
really wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Vlogging features
Samsung WB30F Vlogging features
27
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic support
heavier than competition (216g)
33
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
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Casio EX-H20G vs Samsung WB30F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Samsung WB30F
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GSamsung WB30F
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H20G Samsung WB30F
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-09-20 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS -
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Screen resolution 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216g (0.48 lb) 128g (0.28 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $300 $180