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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 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
  • Announced January 2009
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was revealed within a month of the G3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-S12 scores vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony G3

 EX-S12 G3 

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Casio EX-S12

 G3 EX-S12 
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony G3

 EX-S12 G3 
LaunchedJanuary 2009January 2009Same generation
Manual focus More precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the G3.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and G3.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-S12 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony G3 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
26
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-S12
Street photography with Sony G3
55
lighter than average (111g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography details
Sony G3 Sports photography details
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
23
has image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography features
Sony G3 Travel photography features
56
lighter than average (111 grams)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
50
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony G3 as a Landscape photography camera
28
manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Timelapse function
36
you can focus manually
screen larger than average (3.5")
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Vlogging camera
Sony G3 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than average (111 grams)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic port
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Sony G3
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-S12 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-01-08 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-7.9 f/3.5-10.0
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1000s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111 gr (0.24 lb) 185 gr (0.41 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $119 $200