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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-S12 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 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
  • Released January 2009
Sony WX70
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-S12 over the Sony WX70

 EX-S12 WX70 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Casio EX-S12

 WX70 EX-S12 
RevealedJanuary 2012January 2009Newer by 37 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution922k230kClearer display (+692k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-S12 and Sony WX70

 EX-S12 WX70 
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 size comparison

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

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-S12 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX70 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
34
good MP (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Street photography factors
Sony WX70 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competitors (111g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
68
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch focus
lighter than competition (114g)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Sports photography factors
Sony WX70 Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
features tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-S12 Travel photography features
Sony WX70 Travel photography features
56
lighter than competitors (111g)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
lighter than competition (114 grams)
supports touch focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-S12
Landscape photography with Sony WX70
27
manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
43
decently wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-S12
Vlogging with Sony WX70
25
lighter than competitors (111 grams)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
36
decently wide (25mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (114 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have microphone socket
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Casio EX-S12 vs Sony WX70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-S12 and Sony WX70
 Casio Exilim EX-S12Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70
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