Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was released 13 months prior to the SZ-31MR iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the SZ-31MR iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 has got external 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 Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has proportions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H30 against the SZ-31MR iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and SZ-31MR iHS is 92 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-H30 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.