Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony HX30V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Casio EX-ZR1000 has external dimensions of 108 x 62 x 37 mm (4.25 x 2.44 x 1.46″) and weighs 255 g (0.56 lb / 8.99 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX30V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and the Sony HX30V. Casio EX-ZR1000 has the same height with Sony HX30V. On the other hand, with a width of 108mm, it is 1 wider and also with a thickness of 37mm, it is 2mm thicker than Sony HX30V.
Comparison image of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and the Sony HX30V Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony HX30V.
Comparison image of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and the Sony HX30V Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony HX30V.
Top View Comparison image of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and the Sony HX30V Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX30V is 1g lighter than the Casio EX-ZR1000 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony HX30V's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Casio EX-ZR1000 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Sony HX30V has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to EX-ZR1000.
