Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was launched 4 years earlier than the TG-630 iHS which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z33 scores against the TG-630 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
EX-Z33 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Casio EX-Z33
TG-630 iHS | EX-Z33 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 40 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
EX-Z33 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Olympus TG-630 iHS has dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the TG-630 iHS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and TG-630 iHS is 97 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and TG-630 iHS.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Olympus TG-630 iHS to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
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 | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 grams (0.23 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 220 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $120 | $200 |