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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-H30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Casio EX-H30
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was unveiled 24 months later than the FZ28 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Panasonic FZ28

 EX-H30 FZ28 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2009More recent by 24 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Casio EX-H30

 FZ28 EX-H30 

Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FZ28

 EX-H30 FZ28 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-H30 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H30 and the FZ28.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and FZ28 is 92 and 72 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and FZ28.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H30 to show extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent EX-H30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FZ28 Portrait photography advice
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focusing manually
MP count good (16MP)
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
35
you can focus manually
delivers RAW formats
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Street photography information
Panasonic FZ28 Street photography information
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image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (201 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography highlights
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great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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excellent zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-H30
Travel photography with Panasonic FZ28
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lighter than others (201g)
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (300mm)
no Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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flash built-in
rather wide (27mm)
long reach (486mm)
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H30 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Landscape photography camera
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focusing manually
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
40
you can focus manually
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-H30
Vlogging with Panasonic FZ28
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fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (201g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic support
24
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic socket
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FZ28
 Casio Exilim EX-H30Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2009-01-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Mic port
Headphone port
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 201 grams (0.44 pounds) 417 grams (0.92 pounds)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 27
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 79
Other
Battery ID 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
Launch pricing $709 $599