Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus VG-145

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-S12 versus Olympus VG-145, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was released 3 years before the VG-145 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-S12 grades against the VG-145 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Olympus VG-145. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Olympus VG-145 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 provides external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-145 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Olympus VG-145 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-S12 and the VG-145.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and VG-145 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and VG-145.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus VG-145 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.