Casio EX-H30 vs Sony H400

The following is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-H30 versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the H400 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-H30 scores versus the H400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-H30 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-H30 versus Sony H400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the H400.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and H400 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and H400.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony H400 to offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-H30 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.