Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic ZS80

Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was revealed 8 years earlier than the ZS80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-H30 scores vs the ZS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 offers outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic ZS80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-H30 against the ZS80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and ZS80 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and ZS80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-H30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.