Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12
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Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Panasonic FS12
EX-G1 | FS12 | |||
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Introduced | November 2009 | April 2009 | More modern by 8 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Casio EX-G1
FS12 | EX-G1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Panasonic FS12
EX-G1 | FS12 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal 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.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.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and FS12 is 94 and 95 respectively.
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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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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 |