Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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![Casio Exilim EX-S12 front Casio Exilim EX-S12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-S12/Casio-EX-S12-front.jpg)
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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
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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").
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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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S12-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |