Casio EX-H30 vs Panasonic FZ80

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FZ80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the FZ80 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was released 7 years before the FZ80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-H30 scores against the FZ80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H30 comes with outer 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) while the Panasonic FZ80 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-H30 versus Panasonic FZ80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-H30 and the FZ80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and FZ80 is 92 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and FZ80.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ80 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-H30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.