Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5
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97 Imaging
32 Features
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Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-108mm (F2.8-7.9) lens
- 111g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S12 versus Casio EX-S5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Casio. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and EX-S5 (9MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched within a month of the EX-S5 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-S12 matches up against the EX-S5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Casio Exilim EX-S5. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Casio EX-S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Casio EX-S5
EX-S12 | EX-S5 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Casio EX-S12
EX-S5 | EX-S12 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Casio EX-S5
EX-S12 | EX-S5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S5 has sizing of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-S12 versus Casio EX-S5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 and the EX-S5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and EX-S5 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and EX-S5.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-S12 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-S5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Casio |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Casio Exilim EX-S5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 1/2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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 | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 pounds) | 100g (0.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-60 | NP-80 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $119 | $130 |