Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S12 was launched 4 years earlier than the WX70 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony WX70
EX-S12 | WX70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Casio EX-S12
WX70 | EX-S12 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony WX70
EX-S12 | WX70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S12 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S12 versus Sony WX70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-S12 and the WX70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and WX70 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S12 and WX70.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX70 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-7.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" 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 | - | 240 photos |
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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC memory card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $242 |