Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched April 2015
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-3
- Updated by Olympus TG-5

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and TG-4 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched 7 years before the TG-4 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the TG-4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Olympus Tough TG-4. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Olympus TG-4
EX-S12 | TG-4 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Casio EX-S12
TG-4 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | April 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 76 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus TG-4
EX-S12 | TG-4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Olympus TG-4 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-S12 and the TG-4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and TG-4 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and TG-4.
As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Olympus TG-4 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2015-04-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 pounds) | 247g (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 380 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $119 | $379 |