Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ35
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ35 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38
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Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and FZ35 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-H30 was brought out 7 months after the FZ35 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-H30 scores versus the FZ35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Panasonic FZ35
| EX-H30 | FZ35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 7 months | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Casio EX-H30
| FZ35 | EX-H30 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Panasonic FZ35
| EX-H30 | FZ35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 offers exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
See the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-H30 versus the FZ35.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and FZ35 is 92 and 72 respectively.
Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and FZ35.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Casio EX-H30 to show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent EX-H30 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
| Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Venus Engine V |
| 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 8.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | - | AVCHD Lite, 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lb) | 397 grams (0.88 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $709 | $999 |