Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 423g - 119 x 72 x 60mm
- Introduced August 2014
- Superseded the Fujifilm X20
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") use different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-S12 was introduced 6 years before the Fujifilm X30 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-S12 scores against the Fujifilm X30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Fujifilm X30
EX-S12 | Fujifilm X30 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X30 over the Casio EX-S12
Fujifilm X30 | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | August 2014 | January 2009 | More modern by 68 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Fujifilm X30
EX-S12 | Fujifilm X30 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 features 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) whilst the Fujifilm X30 has sizing of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the Fujifilm X30.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and Fujifilm X30 is 96 and 80 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and Fujifilm X30.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The EX-S12 has the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S12 vs Fujifilm X30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm X30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Fujifilm X30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2014-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, commander, suppressed flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/50p/30p/25/24p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lb) | 423 grams (0.93 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 119 x 72 x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 470 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $119 | $499 |