Casio EX-H30 vs Fujifilm S8600

The following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-H30 and Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8600 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-H30 matches up against the Fujifilm S8600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8600 has proportions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H30 and Fujifilm S8600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-H30 vs the Fujifilm S8600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and Fujifilm S8600 is 92 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and Fujifilm S8600.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-H30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.