Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ5 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
- Introduced January 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
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Lets look closer at the Casio EX-S12 and Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-S12 was revealed 4 years earlier than the SZ5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-S12 grades versus the SZ5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Panasonic SZ5
| EX-S12 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Casio EX-S12
| SZ5 | EX-S12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2012 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 42 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Panasonic SZ5
| EX-S12 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S12 and Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 against the SZ5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and SZ5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and SZ5.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ5 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2012-07-18 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 111g (0.24 lb) | 136g (0.30 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-60 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $119 | $195 |