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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched February 2009
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-S12 versus Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was manufactured about the same time to the Fujifilm Z30 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-S12 grades versus the Fujifilm Z30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Fujifilm Z30

 EX-S12 Fujifilm Z30 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Casio EX-S12

 Fujifilm Z30 EX-S12 

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm Z30

 EX-S12 Fujifilm Z30 
LaunchedJanuary 2009February 2009Same age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys external dimensions 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 Z30 has measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-S12 and the Fujifilm Z30.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and Fujifilm Z30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and Fujifilm Z30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Casio EX-S12 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Portrait photography advice
Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography advice
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
19
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others in class (111g)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
55
lighter than competition (110 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography information
Fujifilm Z30 Sports photography information
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography highlights
56
lighter than others in class (111 grams)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
56
lighter than competition (110g)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
28
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse function
22
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than others in class (111g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
25
lighter than competition (110g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of microphone port
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm Z30
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Fujifilm FinePix Z30
General Information
Brand Name Casio FujiFilm
Model Casio Exilim EX-S12 Fujifilm FinePix Z30
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-01-08 2009-02-17
Body design 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 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focus range - 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2s 3s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1000s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.10 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 111g (0.24 lb) 110g (0.24 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-60 NP-45
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $119 $150