Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung NX10

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-S12 versus Samsung NX10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively close but the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The EX-S12 was introduced 15 months prior to the NX10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-S12 scores versus the NX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 offers 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) and the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 vs the NX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and NX10 is 96 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and NX10.

All in all, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-S12 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX10 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.