Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12
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Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
(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
- Launched January 2009

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Canon SX220 HS versus Casio EX-S12, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the EX-S12 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX220 HS was brought out 2 years later than the EX-S12 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX220 HS matches up against the EX-S12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Casio Exilim EX-S12. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Casio EX-S12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Casio EX-S12
SX220 HS | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 26 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Canon SX220 HS
EX-S12 | SX220 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Casio EX-S12
SX220 HS | EX-S12 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Casio EX-S12 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX220 HS versus Casio EX-S12 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS and the EX-S12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and EX-S12 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and EX-S12.
All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images however you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX220 HS will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-S12 Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Casio Exilim EX-S12 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | 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 diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $399 | $119 |