Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60
96 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
21 Overall
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Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced July 2009

Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S12 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was announced 5 months prior to the W60 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-S12 scores versus the W60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Pentax W60
EX-S12 | W60 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Casio EX-S12
W60 | EX-S12 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Pentax W60
EX-S12 | W60 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 and Pentax W60 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the W60.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and W60 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and W60.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-S12 to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | 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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 pounds) | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $119 | $300 |