Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Released June 2013

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Casio EX-S12 and Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was introduced 5 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-S12 grades versus the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony TF1
EX-S12 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Casio EX-S12
TF1 | EX-S12 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 54 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony TF1
EX-S12 | TF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Casio EX-S12 and Sony TF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 against the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and TF1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony TF1 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 240 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $119 | $266 |