Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax XG-1

Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-H30 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was brought out 4 years before the XG-1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-H30 matches up versus the XG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-H30 vs the XG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and XG-1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and XG-1.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-H30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.