Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched very close to the W220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-S12 grades against the W220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony W220
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Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Casio EX-S12
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Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony W220
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 provides external 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 W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S12 against the W220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S12 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and W220.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $119 | $160 |