Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the S2100 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony S2100
EX-S12 | S2100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Casio EX-S12
S2100 | EX-S12 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony S2100
EX-S12 | S2100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 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 during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the S2100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and S2100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and S2100.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-60 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $119 | $0 |