Casio EX-H30 vs Samsung SL620

Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-H30 and Samsung SL620, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was manufactured 23 months after the SL620 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-H30 grades against the SL620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Samsung SL620. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H30 against the SL620.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and SL620 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and SL620.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Casio EX-H30 to give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-H30 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.