Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820
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Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Nikon Coolpix L820. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Nikon L820
EX-H30 | L820 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Casio EX-H30
L820 | EX-H30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Nikon L820
EX-H30 | L820 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon L820 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Nikon Coolpix L820 | |
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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 |