Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10
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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 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
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax I-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and I-10 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was manufactured 12 months later than the I-10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-H30 scores vs the I-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Pentax Optio I-10. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Pentax I-10
EX-H30 | I-10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Casio EX-H30
I-10 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax I-10
EX-H30 | I-10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H30 features outer dimensions 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 Pentax I-10 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax I-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H30 against the I-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and I-10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and I-10.
Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-H30 to offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-H30 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lb) | 153 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $709 | $310 |