Casio EX-S12 vs Sony RX1R II

In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony RX1R II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The EX-S12 was revealed 7 years before the RX1R II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-S12 matches up versus the RX1R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony RX1R II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-S12 versus the RX1R II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and RX1R II is 96 and 78 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and RX1R II.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-S12 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.