Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W 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
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB600
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-S12 was manufactured 12 months prior to the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-S12 grades vs the HZ30W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung HZ30W
EX-S12 | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Casio EX-S12
HZ30W | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ30W
EX-S12 | HZ30W | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 has outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ30W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S12 vs the HZ30W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and HZ30W is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and HZ30W.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung HZ30W |
Alternative name | - | WB600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-19 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 111g (0.24 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $119 | $280 |