Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 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
- Released June 2010
- Also Known as WB650
Photography Glossary Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-S12 was manufactured 17 months before the HZ35W making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-S12 scores vs the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung HZ35W
| EX-S12 | HZ35W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Casio EX-S12
| HZ35W | EX-S12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2010 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ35W
| EX-S12 | HZ35W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung HZ35W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the HZ35W.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and HZ35W is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and HZ35W.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung HZ35W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung HZ35W |
| Otherwise known as | - | WB650 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2010-06-16 |
| Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 16 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
| Physical 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 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 | 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 | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $119 | $300 |