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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 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
Sony WX80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
  • 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-H20G versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was announced 3 years prior to the WX80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-H20G scores vs the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Sony WX80

 EX-H20G WX80 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kSharper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Casio EX-H20G

 WX80 EX-H20G 
IntroducedJanuary 2013September 2010Newer by 28 months

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Sony WX80

 EX-H20G WX80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-H20G versus Sony WX80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-H20G vs the WX80.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and WX80.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX80 to produce more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Portrait photography camera
34
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
34
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focusing
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Street photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Street photography camera
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than competition (216 grams)
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-H20G
Sports photography with Sony WX80
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Travel photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Travel photography camera
60
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (216g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
lighter than competitors in class (124g)
has focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography details
Sony WX80 Landscape photography details
46
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
38
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-H20G
Vlogging with Sony WX80
27
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic port
heavier than competition (216 grams)
35
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (124 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic port
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony WX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Sony WX80
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
General Information
Brand Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H20G Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-09-20 2013-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum boosted ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.3-8.0
Macro focusing range 7cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.20 m
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 216 gr (0.48 lb) 124 gr (0.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
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 life - 240 photographs
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-90 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $300 $276