Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic S2

Its time to look more in depth at the Casio EX-10 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-10 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively close but the EX-10 (1/1.7") and S2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-10 was revealed 23 months later than the S2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-10 matches up vs the S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-10 has external measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Casio EX-10 and Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-10 against the S2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-10 and S2 is 83 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-10 and S2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-10 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S2 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent EX-10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.