Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-S12 versus Panasonic FP2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe EX-S12 was brought out 12 months earlier than the FP2 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-S12 grades against the FP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Panasonic FP2
EX-S12 | FP2 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-S12
FP2 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Panasonic FP2
EX-S12 | FP2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic FP2 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-S12 versus Panasonic FP2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the FP2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and FP2 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and FP2.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FP2 to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) | 151 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 model | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $119 | $80 |