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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
Sony S2100
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony S2100

 EX-S12 S2100 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Casio EX-S12

 S2100 EX-S12 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 12 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony S2100

 EX-S12 S2100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 size comparison

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

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Portrait photography info
Sony S2100 Portrait photography info
27
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-S12
Street photography with Sony S2100
55
lighter than competition in class (111g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
46
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-S12
Sports photography with Sony S2100
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S2100 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition in class (111g)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
50
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony S2100 as a Landscape photography camera
27
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
27
nice screen size (3")
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Vlogging factors
Sony S2100 Vlogging factors
25
lighter than competition in class (111g)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone socket
22
wide angle not good (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony S2100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Sony S2100
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
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