Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FS25

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was launched within a month of the FS25 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-S12 grades versus the FS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 offers 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 FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S12 against the FS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and FS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and FS25.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration.