Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Casio EX-H30 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the SZ-16 iHS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-H30 scores vs the SZ-16 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-H30 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H30 and the SZ-16 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and SZ-16 iHS is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and SZ-16 iHS.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-H30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.