Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-S12 versus Samsung PL210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-S12 was brought out 24 months prior to the PL210 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-S12 scores vs the PL210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung PL210
EX-S12 | PL210 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Casio EX-S12
PL210 | EX-S12 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung PL210
EX-S12 | PL210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 has external 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 PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-S12 versus Samsung PL210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 versus the PL210.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and PL210.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung PL210 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Samsung PL210 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $200 |