Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L21

On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was revealed 13 months before the L21 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-S12 scores versus the L21 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 has got outside 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) whilst the Nikon L21 has measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon L21 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S12 vs the L21.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and L21 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and L21.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-S12 to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.