Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W
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35 Features
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91 Imaging
35 Features
40 Overall
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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was announced 2 months after the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-S7 matches up vs the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Samsung HZ30W
EX-S7 | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-S7
HZ30W | EX-S7 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Samsung HZ30W
EX-S7 | HZ30W | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S7 versus the HZ30W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and HZ30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and HZ30W.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Samsung HZ30W |
Other name | - | WB600 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-21 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 ID | NP-80 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $140 | $280 |