Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Released February 2009
- Successor is Nikon L110
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon L100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-S12 was announced about the same time to the L100 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-S12 matches up against the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon L100
EX-S12 | L100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Casio EX-S12
L100 | EX-S12 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon L100
EX-S12 | L100 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon L100 has specifications of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon L100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the L100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and L100 is 96 and 79 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and L100.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-S12 to give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix L100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix L100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lb) | 360 gr (0.79 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
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 model | NP-60 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $119 | $399 |