Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was introduced 4 years earlier than the W610 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-S12 matches up against the W610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony W610
EX-S12 | W610 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Casio EX-S12
W610 | EX-S12 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony W610
EX-S12 | W610 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 vs the W610.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and W610 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S12 and W610.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W610 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony W610 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 lb) | 113g (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 250 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $119 | $200 |