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Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
16
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-G1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs

Casio EX-G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
  • 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
  • Introduced November 2009
Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Introduced April 2009
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Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-G1 (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was released 8 months after the FS12 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-G1 matches up against the FS12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Panasonic FS12

 EX-G1 FS12 
IntroducedNovember 2009April 2009More modern by 8 months
Manual focus More precise focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Casio EX-G1

 FS12 EX-G1 
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Panasonic FS12

 EX-G1 FS12 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-G1 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-G1 vs the FS12.

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and FS12 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and FS12.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-G1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography factors
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focusing manually
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
20
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Street photography information
Panasonic FS12 Street photography information
53
environment sealing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (154g)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Sports photography info
Panasonic FS12 Sports photography info
23
environment sealing
low max shutter speed (1/1,250s)
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-G1 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FS12 as a Travel photography camera
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environment sealing
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FS12 Landscape photography advice
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focusing manually
environment sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.5")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-G1 Vlogging info
Panasonic FS12 Vlogging info
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wide angle not great (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
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Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-G1 and Panasonic FS12
 Casio Exilim EX-G1Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
General Information
Brand Name Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-G1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-11-18 2009-04-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 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 3200 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-114mm (3.0x) 31-124mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.4 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1250s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.40 m 6.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lb) 129 gr (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 ID NP-800 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type microSD/microSDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail price $61 $228