Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1
Portability
96 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
29
Portability
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
Casio EX-S12
(Full Review)
(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
- Released January 2009
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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The following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-S12 matches up versus the ZR1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Panasonic ZR1
| EX-S12 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Casio EX-S12
| ZR1 | EX-S12 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Panasonic ZR1
| EX-S12 | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2009 |  | July 2009 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the ZR1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and ZR1 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and ZR1.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Casio EX-S12 Portrait photography details
Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography details
you can focus manually
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Casio EX-S12 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZR1 Street photography highlights
lighter than average in class (111g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Casio EX-S12 Sports photography info
Panasonic ZR1 Sports photography info
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Casio EX-S12 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZR1 Travel photography features
lighter than average in class (111g)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
has built in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography info
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography info
you can focus manually
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging with Casio EX-S12
Vlogging with Panasonic ZR1
lighter than average in class (111 grams)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone jack
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Casio EX-S12 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
| Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-07-27 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine V |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 60s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 gr (0.24 pounds) | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| 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 feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $119 | $280 |
