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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
  • Launched January 2009
Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
  • Announced January 2012
  • Superseded the Fujifilm XP30
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP60
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Overview

Following is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-S12 versus Fujifilm XP50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was announced 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP50 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-S12 scores versus the Fujifilm XP50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Fujifilm XP50

 EX-S12 Fujifilm XP50 
Focus manually Very exact focus

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Casio EX-S12

 Fujifilm XP50 EX-S12 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2009More modern by 36 months

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm XP50

 EX-S12 Fujifilm XP50 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP50 has dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-S12 versus Fujifilm XP50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-S12 versus the Fujifilm XP50.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and Fujifilm XP50 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and Fujifilm XP50.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm XP50 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm XP50 Portrait photography information
27
focusing manually
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm XP50 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others in class (111 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm XP50 as a Sports photography camera
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
environment sealing
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery life (220 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm XP50 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than others in class (111 grams)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
64
environment sealing
good MP (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
low battery life (220 shots)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm XP50 as a Landscape photography camera
27
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
39
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14MP)
environment sealing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery life (220 shots)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm XP50 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than others in class (111 grams)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly display
missing external mic port
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm XP50
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Fujifilm FinePix XP50
General Information
Manufacturer Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Fujifilm FinePix XP50
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-01-08 2012-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3072
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.9-4.9
Macro focusing distance - 9cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/2 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.10 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264, 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 grams (0.24 pounds) 175 grams (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0")
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 - 220 photographs
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-60 NP-45A
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/ SDHC/ SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $119 $180