Casio EX-H30 vs Nikon P510

Following is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-H30 versus Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was announced 18 months earlier than the P510 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the P510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Nikon Coolpix P510. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Nikon P510 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-H30 and the P510.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and P510 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and P510.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-H30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.