Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus 7030

Here is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus 7030, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was brought out 12 months prior to the 7030 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-S12 grades vs the 7030 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Olympus Stylus 7030. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Olympus 7030 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7030 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the 7030.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and 7030 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and 7030.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus 7030 to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.