Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replacement is Sony HX20V

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Casio EX-S12 and Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched 4 years earlier than the HX10V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the HX10V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony HX10V
EX-S12 | HX10V | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Casio EX-S12
HX10V | EX-S12 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 38 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony HX10V
EX-S12 | HX10V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S12 features 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 Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S12 and Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the HX10V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and HX10V is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and HX10V.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX10V to result in more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lb) | 234 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 life | - | 320 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $119 | $616 |