Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung TL240

On this page, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung TL240, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was launched 12 months prior to the TL240 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-S12 matches up versus the TL240 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-S12 against the TL240.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and TL240.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung TL240 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.