Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950
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Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2990
Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Casio EX-S12 and FujiFilm S2950, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the S2950 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-S12 was unveiled 24 months prior to the S2950 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-S12 matches up versus the S2950 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the FujiFilm S2950
EX-S12 | S2950 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Casio EX-S12
S2950 | EX-S12 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and FujiFilm S2950
EX-S12 | S2950 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys exterior 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) while the FujiFilm S2950 has measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-S12 and FujiFilm S2950 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-S12 and the S2950.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and S2950 is 96 and 76 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and S2950.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S2950 to show more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-S12 vs FujiFilm S2950 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix S2990 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | 437 gr (0.96 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
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 life | - | 300 photographs |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-60 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $119 | $330 |