Casio EX-S12 vs Casio EX-ZS5

Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-S12 and Casio EX-ZS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the EX-ZS5 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was revealed 24 months earlier than the EX-ZS5 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-S12 scores against the EX-ZS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 versus the EX-ZS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and EX-ZS5 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and EX-ZS5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZS5 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.