Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12
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![Canon PowerShot SX280 HS front Canon PowerShot SX280 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS/Canon-SX280-HS-front.jpg)
![Casio Exilim EX-S12 front Casio Exilim EX-S12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-S12/Casio-EX-S12-front.jpg)
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Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Launched March 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F2.8-7.9) lens
- 111g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
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Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX280 HS versus Casio EX-S12, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the EX-S12 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SX280 HS was launched 4 years after the EX-S12 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX280 HS scores versus the EX-S12 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Casio Exilim EX-S12. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Casio EX-S12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Casio EX-S12
SX280 HS | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 52 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Canon SX280 HS
EX-S12 | SX280 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Casio EX-S12
SX280 HS | EX-S12 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S12 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX280 HS versus Casio EX-S12 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the EX-S12.
![Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 size comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and EX-S12 is 91 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 top view buttons comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and EX-S12.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX280 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 sensor size comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX280-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Casio Exilim EX-S12 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-03-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.8-7.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 1/2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 pounds) | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 210 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $325 | $119 |