Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2017
- Succeeded the Olympus TG-4
- Replacement is Olympus TG-6

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was revealed 9 years prior to the TG-5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-S12 scores versus the TG-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Olympus Tough TG-5. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Olympus TG-5
EX-S12 | TG-5 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Casio EX-S12
TG-5 | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 101 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus TG-5
EX-S12 | TG-5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. 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) while the Olympus TG-5 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the TG-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and TG-5 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and TG-5.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2017-05-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
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 speed | - | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 340 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $119 | $449 |