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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Samsung TL205 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
  • Introduced January 2009
Samsung TL205
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Other Name is PL100
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Overview

Below is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung TL205, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was announced 12 months before the TL205 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-S12 scores versus the TL205 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung TL205

 EX-S12 TL205 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Casio EX-S12

 TL205 EX-S12 
RevealedJanuary 2010January 2009More recent by 12 months

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung TL205

 EX-S12 TL205 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 features physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 vs the TL205.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and TL205 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and TL205.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older EX-S12 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-S12
Portrait photography with Samsung TL205
27
focusing manually
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography highlights
Samsung TL205 Street photography highlights
55
lighter than others in class (111g)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
47
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than average (177g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-S12
Sports photography with Samsung TL205
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
has tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-S12
Travel photography with Samsung TL205
56
lighter than others in class (111g)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
50
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (177 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography information
Samsung TL205 Landscape photography information
27
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
23
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL205 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than others in class (111g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
22
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic port
heavier than average (177g)
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Samsung TL205
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Samsung TL205
General Information
Brand Name Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-S12 Samsung TL205
Also Known as - PL100
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/2s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.40 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 111g (0.24 lbs) 177g (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 99 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) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $119 $180