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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
  • Revealed January 2009
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Revealed August 2012
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-S12 grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 EX-S12 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Casio EX-S12

 Galaxy Camera 3G EX-S12 
RevealedAugust 2012January 2009Newer by 44 months
Display sizing4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 EX-S12 Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 features external measurements 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 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-S12
Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
27
has manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Street photography information
55
lighter than others (111g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography features
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
44
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-S12
Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
56
lighter than others (111 grams)
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
72
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
fairly wide (23mm)
long zoom (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography details
27
has manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
47
fairly wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Vlogging information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging information
25
lighter than others (111g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
36
fairly wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (305 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no microphone port
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Make Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-S12 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2009-01-08 2012-08-29
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 -
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-7.9 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/2 seconds -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance 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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 111 grams (0.24 pounds) 305 grams (0.67 pounds)
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 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 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $119 $606