Casio EX-H30 vs Sony NEX-7

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony NEX-7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the EX-H30 (1/2.3") and NEX-7 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-H30 was revealed 11 months before the NEX-7 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-H30 scores against the NEX-7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

See the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony NEX-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the NEX-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and NEX-7 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and NEX-7.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-H30 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-7 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged EX-H30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.