Casio EX-S12 vs Casio TRYX

In this write-up, we are looking at the Casio EX-S12 vs Casio TRYX, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Casio. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the TRYX (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was introduced 24 months prior to the TRYX making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Casio TRYX being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the TRYX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Casio Exilim TRYX. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Casio TRYX Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Casio TRYX has proportions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S12 vs Casio TRYX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the TRYX.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and TRYX is 96 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and TRYX.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.