Canon A3100 IS vs Casio EX-S12

Here, we are contrasting the Canon A3100 IS and Casio EX-S12, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the EX-S12 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was unveiled 13 months after the EX-S12 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A3100 IS grades versus the EX-S12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Casio Exilim EX-S12. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Casio EX-S12 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3100 IS comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S12 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3100 IS and Casio EX-S12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A3100 IS against the EX-S12.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and EX-S12 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3100 IS and EX-S12.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer A3100 IS provides a benefit in sensor technology.