Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched January 2014

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-H30 versus Sony W810, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was brought out 4 years prior to the W810 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-H30 grades against the W810 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Sony W810
EX-H30 | W810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Casio EX-H30
W810 | EX-H30 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Sony W810
EX-H30 | W810 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 provides physical 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) while the Sony W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H30 versus Sony W810 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-H30 vs the W810.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and W810 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and W810.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony W810 to provide extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged EX-H30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lb) | 111 gr (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 200 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $709 | $100 |