Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax XG-1

Its time to look much closer at the Casio EX-S12 versus Pentax XG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was revealed 6 years earlier than the XG-1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-S12 scores vs the XG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 features outer 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 Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S12 versus Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the XG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and XG-1 is 96 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and XG-1.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.