Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030
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21 Overall
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2010

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the FE-4030 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was brought out 12 months prior to the FE-4030 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-S12 scores against the FE-4030 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Olympus FE-4030. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Olympus FE-4030 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Olympus FE-4030
EX-S12 | FE-4030 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Casio EX-S12
FE-4030 | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus FE-4030
EX-S12 | FE-4030 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 comes with exterior measurements 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 Olympus FE-4030 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 and the FE-4030.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and FE-4030 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and FE-4030.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus FE-4030 to result in extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-4030 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus FE-4030 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus FE-4030 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $119 | $130 |