Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX20V

Lets look a little more closely at the Casio EX-H30 versus Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was unveiled 18 months prior to the HX20V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-H30 grades vs the HX20V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 provides exterior 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) whilst the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-H30 versus Sony HX20V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-H30 versus the HX20V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and HX20V is 92 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and HX20V.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to give greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older EX-H30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.