Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SZ1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-S12 scores against the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 vs the SZ1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and SZ1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older EX-S12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.