Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was brought out 24 months later than the FS25 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the FS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Panasonic FS25
EX-H30 | FS25 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Casio EX-H30
FS25 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FS25
EX-H30 | FS25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 enjoys outer 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 FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H30 against the FS25.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and FS25 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and FS25.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-H30 to give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent EX-H30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 pounds) | 148 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $709 | $230 |