Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 652g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Launched December 2016

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was introduced 7 years prior to the HX350 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-H30 scores vs the HX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Sony HX350
EX-H30 | HX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX350 over the Casio EX-H30
HX350 | EX-H30 | |||
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Launched | December 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 72 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Sony HX350
EX-H30 | HX350 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 offers physical dimensions 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 Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-H30 versus the HX350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and HX350 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and HX350.
As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX350 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-H30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony HX350 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2016-12-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 pounds) | 652 gr (1.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $709 | - |