Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 346g - 113 x 65 x 48mm
- Launched December 2012
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On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is fairly comparable but the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe EX-S12 was brought out 4 years earlier than the XZ-2 iHS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-S12 matches up against the XZ-2 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Olympus XZ-2 iHS
| EX-S12 | XZ-2 iHS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-2 iHS over the Casio EX-S12
| XZ-2 iHS | EX-S12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | December 2012 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 48 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS
| EX-S12 | XZ-2 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 comes with outside 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 XZ-2 iHS has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-S12 and the XZ-2 iHS.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and XZ-2 iHS is 96 and 85 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and XZ-2 iHS.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The EX-S12 includes the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S12 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Olympus |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2012-12-18 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 35 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/1.8-2.5 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 111 grams (0.24 pounds) | 346 grams (0.76 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 113 x 65 x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 216 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 340 shots |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-60 | Li-90B |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $119 | $450 |