Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung NX10

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung NX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly similar but the EX-H30 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-H30 was manufactured 10 months after the NX10 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the NX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 enjoys exterior 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 Samsung NX10 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-H30 against the NX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and NX10 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-H30 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Casio EX-H30 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern EX-H30 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.