Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30
96 Imaging
35 Features
14 Overall
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98 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is fairly similar but the EX-S7 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") feature different sensor sizing.

The EX-S7 was launched 11 months before the ST30 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-S7 scores versus the ST30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Samsung ST30
EX-S7 | ST30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Casio EX-S7
ST30 | EX-S7 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Samsung ST30
EX-S7 | ST30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-S7 vs the ST30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and ST30.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-S7 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Casio EX-S7 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-S7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-S7 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Samsung ST30 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-21 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Max 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) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) | 87 grams (0.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" 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-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $140 | $55 |