Casio EX-S12 vs Kodak M550

Below is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-S12 and Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Kodak. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the M550 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was manufactured 12 months before the M550 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-S12 scores versus the M550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Kodak EasyShare M550. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Kodak M550 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 provides 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) while the Kodak M550 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 versus the M550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and M550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and M550.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older EX-S12 will be behind in sensor innovation.