Casio EX-H30 vs Sony S950

Here is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony S950, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was introduced 23 months later than the S950 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-H30 grades versus the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 has 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) and the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the S950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and S950 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and S950.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H30 to result in greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent EX-H30 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.