Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L28

Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and L28 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was launched 5 years earlier than the L28 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-S12 scores vs the L28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the L28.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and L28 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and L28.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.