Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500
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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-550mm (F) lens
- 205g - 110 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013
- Replaced the Nikon S9300
- Replacement is Nikon S9700

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon S9500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and S9500 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was released 5 years earlier than the S9500 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-S12 grades vs the S9500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Nikon S9500
EX-S12 | S9500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9500 over the Casio EX-S12
S9500 | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Nikon S9500
EX-S12 | S9500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 provides external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9500 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-S12 versus Nikon S9500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 against the S9500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and S9500 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and S9500.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Nikon S9500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix S9500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Nikon Coolpix S9500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-550mm (22.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lb) | 205 grams (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 110 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $119 | $230 |