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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Samsung WB850F front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
Samsung WB850F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
  • Announced January 2012
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung WB850F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was introduced 4 years prior to the WB850F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the WB850F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Samsung WB850F

 EX-S12 WB850F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Casio EX-S12

 WB850F EX-S12 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2009More modern by 36 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution614k230kSharper screen (+384k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung WB850F

 EX-S12 WB850F 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Casio EX-S12 and Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S12 vs the WB850F.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and WB850F is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and WB850F.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB850F to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Portrait photography info
Samsung WB850F Portrait photography info
27
manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
43
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB850F as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than others (111g)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (250 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography features
Samsung WB850F Sports photography features
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
52
amazing zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography advice
Samsung WB850F Travel photography advice
56
lighter than others (111 grams)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse function
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than average in class (250g)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (23mm)
great reach (483mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Landscape photography details
Samsung WB850F Landscape photography details
27
manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
49
manual focus
pretty wide (23mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Vlogging highlights
Samsung WB850F Vlogging highlights
25
lighter than others (111g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone port
34
pretty wide (23mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (250g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic socket
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Casio EX-S12 vs Samsung WB850F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Samsung WB850F
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Samsung WB850F
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Samsung WB850F
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-01-08 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - AMOLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111 grams (0.24 pounds) 250 grams (0.55 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-60 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Launch cost $119 $599