Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus FE-47, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was announced 12 months prior to the FE-47 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-S12 grades versus the FE-47 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Olympus FE-47. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Olympus FE-47
EX-S12 | FE-47 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Casio EX-S12
FE-47 | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus FE-47
EX-S12 | FE-47 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys physical dimensions 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 Olympus FE-47 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus FE-47 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S12 vs the FE-47.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and FE-47 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and FE-47.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus FE-47 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus FE-47 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus FE-47 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 model | NP-60 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $119 | $0 |