Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched January 2014

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was released 6 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-S12 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-S12 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Casio EX-S12
Galaxy Camera 2 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 60 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-S12 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 has external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and Galaxy Camera 2.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 pounds) | 283 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 400 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $119 | $400 |