Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched February 2009
- Other Name is WB550
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-S12 was launched at a similar time to the HZ15W so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-S12 scores versus the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung HZ15W
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Casio EX-S12
HZ15W | EX-S12 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ15W
EX-S12 | HZ15W | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 provides physical dimensions 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 Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ15W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-S12 against the HZ15W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and HZ15W is 96 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and HZ15W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos though you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also referred to as | - | WB550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $330 |