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Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 front
Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
  • Released January 2009
Casio EX-Z33
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
  • Released August 2009
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Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Overview

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-S12 versus Casio EX-Z33, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Casio. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the EX-Z33 (10MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was revealed 7 months prior to the EX-Z33 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-S12 grades against the EX-Z33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Casio EX-Z33

 EX-S12 EX-Z33 
Display dimension2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Casio EX-S12

 EX-Z33 EX-S12 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009More modern by 7 months

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Casio EX-Z33

 EX-S12 EX-Z33 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z33 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-S12 versus Casio EX-Z33 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the EX-Z33.

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and EX-Z33 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and EX-Z33.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-S12 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Portrait photography camera
Casio EX-Z33 as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
26
focusing manually
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography advice
Casio EX-Z33 Street photography advice
55
lighter than average (111g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
55
lighter than average in class (106 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-Z33 as a Sports photography camera
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
16
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-Z33 Travel photography highlights
56
lighter than average (111g)
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
56
lighter than average in class (106 grams)
built-in flash
no Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography factors
Casio EX-Z33 Landscape photography factors
27
has manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse mode
27
focusing manually
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Vlogging camera
Casio EX-Z33 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than average (111g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone support
25
lighter than average in class (106g)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone socket
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Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-Z33 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Casio EX-Z33
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Casio Exilim EX-Z33
General Information
Make Casio Casio
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Casio Exilim EX-Z33
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-08 2009-08-31
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD 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 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias 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 files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 36-107mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.5"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/2 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 2.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111g (0.24 lb) 106g (0.23 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 ID NP-60 NP-82
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $119 $120