Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Casio EX-H30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was announced 20 months before the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-H30 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
EX-H30 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Casio EX-H30
Galaxy Camera 3G | EX-H30 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 20 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
EX-H30 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 comes with external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-H30 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-H30 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-H30 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $709 | $606 |