Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FH1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was manufactured 13 months later than the FH1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-H30 grades against the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-H30 against the FH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and FH1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and FH1.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-H30 to result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern EX-H30 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.