Casio EX-S12 vs Leica V-Lux 20

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S12 versus Leica V-Lux 20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Leica. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was brought out 15 months prior to the V-Lux 20 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-S12 grades versus the V-Lux 20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 has 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 Leica V-Lux 20 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 against the V-Lux 20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and V-Lux 20 is 96 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and V-Lux 20.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos however you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The older EX-S12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.