Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900
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96 Imaging
34 Features
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Revealed February 2009

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony T900, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was introduced at a similar time to the T900 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-S12 grades against the T900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony T900
EX-S12 | T900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Casio EX-S12
T900 | EX-S12 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony T900
EX-S12 | T900 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 features physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony T900 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony T900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the T900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and T900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and T900.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $119 | $300 |