Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS18

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was brought out very close to the FH5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-H30 grades vs the FH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Panasonic FH5
EX-H30 | FH5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Casio EX-H30
FH5 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FH5
EX-H30 | FH5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-H30 against the FH5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and FH5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and FH5.
All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lbs) | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $709 | $169 |