Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon AW120

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon AW130, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and AW130 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was brought out 7 years prior to the AW130 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the AW130 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon AW130
EX-S12 | AW130 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Casio EX-S12
AW130 | EX-S12 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 74 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon AW130
EX-S12 | AW130 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon AW130 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon AW130 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the AW130.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and AW130 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and AW130.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW130 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 370 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $119 | $398 |