Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800
96 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
28


82 Imaging
37 Features
73 Overall
51
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 399g - 119 x 78 x 50mm
- Announced November 2013

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

The EX-S12 was manufactured 5 years before the P7800 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-S12 grades vs the P7800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon P7800
EX-S12 | P7800 |
---|
Reasons to pick Nikon P7800 over the Casio EX-S12
P7800 | EX-S12 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 59 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon P7800
EX-S12 | P7800 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7800 has dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-S12 and the P7800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and P7800 is 96 and 82 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and P7800.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The EX-S12 has got the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon P7800 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2013-11-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 lb) | 399g (0.88 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 119 x 78 x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 200 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $119 | $550 |