Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS30

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FH20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was revealed 13 months later than the FH20 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-H30 scores versus the FH20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Panasonic FH20
EX-H30 | FH20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Casio EX-H30
FH20 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FH20
EX-H30 | FH20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FH20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-H30 against the FH20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and FH20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and FH20.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H30 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-H30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lbs) | 178 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $709 | $179 |