Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-S12 was introduced 4 years prior to the FH6 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-S12 scores vs the FH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Panasonic FH6
EX-S12 | FH6 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Casio EX-S12
FH6 | EX-S12 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Panasonic FH6
EX-S12 | FH6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-S12 vs the FH6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and FH6 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and FH6.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FH6 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 pounds) | 119g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 280 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $119 | $129 |