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Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Casio Exilim EX-H30 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Casio EX-H30
(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
  • Revealed January 2011
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-H30 versus Samsung PL210, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was released at a similar time to the PL210 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-H30 scores versus the PL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Samsung PL210

 EX-H30 PL210 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Casio EX-H30

 PL210 EX-H30 

Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Samsung PL210

 EX-H30 PL210 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display sizing
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 offers outside 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) and the Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-H30 versus Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-H30 vs the PL210.

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and PL210 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and PL210.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-H30 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H30 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Portrait photography camera
39
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Street photography features
Samsung PL210 Street photography features
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (201 grams)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
49
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Sports photography advice
Samsung PL210 Sports photography advice
52
amazing zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16MP)
offers tracking focus
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
good MP (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Travel photography info
Samsung PL210 Travel photography info
69
lighter than average (201 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
great reach (300mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
71
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-H30
Landscape photography with Samsung PL210
49
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
37
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H30 Vlogging features
Samsung PL210 Vlogging features
30
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (201 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
27
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic socket
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Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H30 and Samsung PL210
 Casio Exilim EX-H30Samsung PL210
General Information
Company Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-H30 Samsung PL210
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 80 -
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) ()
Max aperture f/3.0-5.9 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 201 grams (0.44 lbs) -
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 feature
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $709 $200