Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300
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Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305

Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-S12 versus FujiFilm JX300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was introduced 24 months prior to the JX300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-S12 grades vs the JX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the FujiFilm JX300
EX-S12 | JX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Casio EX-S12
JX300 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and FujiFilm JX300
EX-S12 | JX300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JX300 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S12 versus FujiFilm JX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the JX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and JX300 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and JX300.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the FujiFilm JX300 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix JX305 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 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 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1800 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lb) | 130 gr (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" 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 life | - | 180 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $119 | $110 |