Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 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
- Launched January 2009
(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- Superseded the Fujifilm XP30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

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").

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.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Fujifilm XP50
EX-S12 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Casio EX-S12
Fujifilm XP50 | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm XP50
EX-S12 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm XP50 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | |
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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 |