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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
30
Overall
32

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Key Specs

Casio EX-S12
(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
Sony T900
(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
Photography Glossary

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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony T900

 EX-S12 T900 

Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Casio EX-S12

 T900 EX-S12 
Screen dimension3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution922k230kClearer screen (+692k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony T900

 EX-S12 T900 
RevealedJanuary 2009February 2009Same age
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 size comparison

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

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony T900 as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
27
has manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-S12
Street photography with Sony T900
55
lighter than competition (111 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Sports photography camera
Sony T900 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography features
Sony T900 Travel photography features
56
lighter than competition (111 grams)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony T900 as a Landscape photography camera
27
has manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
36
has manual focus
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Vlogging features
Sony T900 Vlogging features
25
lighter than competition (111g)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic jack
28
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic support
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony T900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Sony T900
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
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