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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L120 front
Portability
75
Imaging
37
Features
38
Overall
37

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F2.8-7.9) lens
  • 111g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2009
Nikon L120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
  • 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
  • Launched February 2011
  • Replaced the Nikon L110
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Overview

Following is a complete overview of the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon L120, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was brought out 3 years earlier than the L120 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-S12 grades versus the L120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon L120

 EX-S12 L120 
Manual focus More exact focusing

Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Casio EX-S12

 L120 EX-S12 
LaunchedFebruary 2011January 2009More modern by 25 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon L120

 EX-S12 L120 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 offers outer measurements 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 Nikon L120 has specifications of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon L120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S12 vs the L120.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and L120 is 96 and 75 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and L120.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon L120 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Portrait photography details
Nikon L120 Portrait photography details
27
focusing manually
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
33
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography details
Nikon L120 Street photography details
55
lighter than average in class (111 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon L120 as a Sports photography camera
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
43
great zoom range (25-525mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography information
Nikon L120 Travel photography information
56
lighter than average in class (111 grams)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
60
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great reach (525mm)
no Timelapse recording
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography details
Nikon L120 Landscape photography details
28
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
40
pretty wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Vlogging info
Nikon L120 Vlogging info
25
lighter than average in class (111g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
27
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone port
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Nikon L120
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Nikon Coolpix L120
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Nikon Coolpix L120
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-01-08 2011-02-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 25-525mm (21.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.1-5.8
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/2 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 6.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111 grams (0.24 lbs) 431 grams (0.95 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 330 shots
Battery form - AA
Battery ID NP-60 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $119 $300