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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Nikon Coolpix P310 front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
53
Overall
44

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 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 P310
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
  • Revealed June 2012
  • Old Model is Nikon P300
  • Refreshed by Nikon P330
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and P310 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was revealed 4 years prior to the P310 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-S12 matches up against the P310 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon P310

 EX-S12 P310 

Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Casio EX-S12

 P310 EX-S12 
RevealedJune 2012January 2009More modern by 42 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon P310

 EX-S12 P310 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys physical 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 P310 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-S12 versus the P310.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and P310 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and P310.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P310 to show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon P310 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
43
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers face detect autofocus
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography factors
Nikon P310 Street photography factors
55
lighter than average in class (111 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography highlights
Nikon P310 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
48
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon P310 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than average in class (111g)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
71
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
lack of Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography info
Nikon P310 Landscape photography info
27
manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
54
focusing manually
really wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-S12
Vlogging with Nikon P310
25
lighter than average in class (111g)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic support
36
really wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone port
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Nikon P310
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Nikon Coolpix P310
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Nikon Coolpix P310
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-08 2012-06-22
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 99
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 24-100mm (4.2x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/1.8-4.9
Macro focusing range - 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
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 111g (0.24 pounds) 194g (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 230 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-60 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $119 $700