Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2011
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- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Superseded the Sigma DP2
- Successor is Sigma DP2x
Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-H30 versus Sigma DP2s, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the EX-H30 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-H30 was released 11 months after the DP2s and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-H30 matches up against the DP2s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Sigma DP2s
EX-H30 | DP2s | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Casio EX-H30
DP2s | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Sigma DP2s
EX-H30 | DP2s | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-H30 versus Sigma DP2s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-H30 and the DP2s.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and DP2s is 92 and 86 respectively.
Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and DP2s.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-H30 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Casio EX-H30 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-H30 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sigma |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 lbs) | 280g (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $709 | $940 |