Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ25W

Here is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was unveiled 18 months earlier than the HZ25W which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-S12 grades vs the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. 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) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 against the HZ25W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and HZ25W is 96 and 70 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and HZ25W.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.