Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus SP-565UZ
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus SP-565UZ 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2009
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The following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus SP-565UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the SP-565UZ (10MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-S12 was launched about the same time to the SP-565UZ which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-S12 scores against the SP-565UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Olympus SP-565UZ. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
| EX-S12 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Casio EX-S12
| SP-565UZ | EX-S12 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus SP-565UZ
| EX-S12 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same age | |
| Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Olympus SP-565UZ has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus SP-565UZ in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the SP-565UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and SP-565UZ is 96 and 72 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and SP-565UZ.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-S12 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively.
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus SP-565UZ Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus SP-565UZ | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Olympus |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus SP-565UZ |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 143 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 6.40 m (ISO 200) |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE 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/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | 413 gr (0.91 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 30 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 18.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 68 |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | NP-60 | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | xD Picture Card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $119 | $400 |