Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Following is a complete review of the Casio EX-S12 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was announced 5 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-S12 scores vs the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
EX-S12 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Casio EX-S12
Galaxy Camera | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 50 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
EX-S12 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 offers physical 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S12 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S12 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and Galaxy Camera is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and Galaxy Camera.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also called as | - | Wi-Fi |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 300 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $119 | $450 |