Casio EX-S12 vs Sony a1

Following is a complete overview of the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony a1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The EX-S12 was manufactured 13 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-S12 grades vs the a1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony a1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-S12 vs the a1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and a1 is 96 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and a1.

Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-S12 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony a1 will result in more detail due to its extra 38MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.