Clicky

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Casio Exilim EX-H30 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L820 front
Portability
72
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs

Casio EX-H30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2011
Nikon L820
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
  • Launched January 2013
  • Older Model is Nikon L810
  • Renewed by Nikon L830
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

The EX-H30 was released 3 years earlier than the L820 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-H30 grades versus the L820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Nikon L820

 EX-H30 L820 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Casio EX-H30

 L820 EX-H30 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2011Fresher by 25 months
Display resolution921k461kSharper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Nikon L820

 EX-H30 L820 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 has external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Nikon L820 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

See the Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H30 against the L820.

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and L820 is 92 and 72 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and L820.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-H30 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Portrait photography info
Nikon L820 Portrait photography info
39
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
30
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-H30
Street photography with Nikon L820
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (201 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
38
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competition (470 grams)
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Sports photography features
Nikon L820 Sports photography features
52
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
supports tracking focus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
36
great zoom range (23-675mm 29.3 x zoom)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Travel photography factors
Nikon L820 Travel photography factors
69
lighter than others (201g)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
56
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (23mm)
great reach (675mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (470 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Landscape photography details
Nikon L820 Landscape photography details
49
you can focus manually
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
36
really wide (23mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H30 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon L820 as a Vlogging camera
30
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (201 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
24
really wide (23mm)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (470g)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H30 and Nikon L820
 Casio Exilim EX-H30Nikon Coolpix L820
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H30 Nikon Coolpix L820
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-01-29
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 23-675mm (29.3x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.0-5.8
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye -
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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 201 gr (0.44 lb) 470 gr (1.04 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3")
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 - 320 photos
Battery type - AA
Battery ID NP-130 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $709 $192