Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-H30 and Sony W530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was revealed within a month of the W530 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-H30 scores against the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Sony W530
EX-H30 | W530 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Casio EX-H30
W530 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Sony W530
EX-H30 | W530 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-H30 has outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-H30 and Sony W530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the W530.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and W530 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and W530.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-H30 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $709 | $269 |