Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic TS3

Here is a in depth review of the Casio EX-S12 versus Panasonic TS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was launched 3 years prior to the TS3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the TS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 comes with outside dimensions 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 TS3 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 against the TS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and TS3 is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and TS3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S12 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.