Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus Tough-3000

On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-H30 and Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and Tough-3000 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was announced 13 months later than the Tough-3000 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-H30 matches up versus the Tough-3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 has got outer 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 Tough-3000 has sizing of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-H30 and Olympus Tough-3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-H30 versus the Tough-3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and Tough-3000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and Tough-3000.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H30 to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher EX-H30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.