Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L21

Below is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-H30 and Nikon L21, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was introduced 12 months later than the L21 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-H30 matches up versus the L21 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-H30 and Nikon L21 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-H30 vs the L21.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and L21 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and L21.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-H30 to result in more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger EX-H30 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.