Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013

Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Casio EX-H30 and Olympus TG-830 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the TG-830 iHS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-H30 scores vs the TG-830 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Olympus TG-830 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
EX-H30 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the Casio EX-H30
TG-830 iHS | EX-H30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
EX-H30 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-H30 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-830 iHS has specifications of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-H30 and Olympus TG-830 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the TG-830 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and TG-830 iHS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and TG-830 iHS.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-H30 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $709 | $0 |