Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 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
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-H20G versus Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was introduced 20 months later than the S980 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-H20G grades versus the S980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Sony S980
EX-H20G | S980 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 20 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Casio EX-H20G
S980 | EX-H20G |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Sony S980
EX-H20G | S980 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-H20G versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H20G against the S980.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and S980.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-H20G to provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent EX-H20G should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony S980 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $300 |