Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Announced April 2013
- Old Model is Fujifilm X10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X30

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-S12 versus Fujifilm X20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is relatively similar but the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") have totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-S12 was revealed 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm X20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-S12 grades against the Fujifilm X20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Fujifilm X20. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Fujifilm X20
EX-S12 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Casio EX-S12
Fujifilm X20 | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 52 months |
Screen size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm X20
EX-S12 | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X20 has sizing of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S12 versus Fujifilm X20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 and the Fujifilm X20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and Fujifilm X20 is 96 and 83 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and Fujifilm X20.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The EX-S12 contains the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF trickier. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm X20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm X20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2013-04-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.8" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/1000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 lbs) | 353g (0.78 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
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 life | - | 270 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $119 | $500 |