Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm JZ100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm JZ100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-S12 grades vs the Fujifilm JZ100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Fujifilm JZ100
EX-S12 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Casio EX-S12
Fujifilm JZ100 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm JZ100
EX-S12 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Fujifilm JZ100 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm JZ100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the Fujifilm JZ100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and Fujifilm JZ100.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm JZ100 to deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm JZ100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2012-01-05 |
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 surface 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 grams (0.24 lb) | 129 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" 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 ID | NP-60 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $119 | $190 |