Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Black)

  • Price: $229.99
  • B&H # CAEXS12B
  • Mfr# EX-S12BK

Product Highlights

  • 12.1 Megapixel
  • 3x Optical Zoom (36-108mm)
  • 2.7" Wide-screen Super Clear LCD Display
  • Ultra-slim Design
  • Auto Tracking AF & Auto Shutter
  • High Sensitivity (ISO 3200)
  • HD Movie Recording
  • Face Detection
  • Dynamic Photo Mode

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The Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera can produce high quality images with a resolution of up to 12.1 megapixels for stunning prints with lots of detail. The camera can also capture HD video in the popular 16:9 widescreen format. Add to this the cameras 3x optical zoom lens, extensive exposure settings, Best Shot Functions along with the specialized YouTube Shooting feature, Auto Shutter functions and the Dynamic Photo mode - all in a compact camera body that's 0.6" thick, and you'll have an incredibly versatile camera that is great for just about any shooting situation.

12.1 Megapixel Resolution
The image sensor of the EX-S12 captures up to 12.1 million effective pixels for beautiful high-resolution images that can easily produce prints up to 30 x 40" in size while still maintaining impressive image detail
3X Optical Zoom Lens
The high quality 3x optical zoom lens has a focal range equivalent of 36-108mm (in 35 mm terms), making the camera perfect for shooting group shots, family vacations, nature photography,- or just about anything. Furthermore, the 4x Digital Zoom brings the cameras combined zooming power to 12x
Ultra-slim Design
The EX-S12 is extremely slim - about 0.6" thick - so it can easily go with you anywhere. It is so slim that you could put it in your back pocket and possibly forget that it is there
HD Movie Recording
The EX S12 can record HD movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and a resolution of 1280 x 720 @ 24 fps or standard format movies at 640 x 480 @ 30 fps or 320 x 240 @ 15 fps. The camera also offers YouTube Capture Mode, which records and saves movies at the ideal settings for the world's largest video sharing site, YouTube. Recorded video can be easily uploaded to YouTube using the special included computer software
Fast & Responsive
The camera is very responsive with a short shutter lag and easy-to follow menus making it very easy to operate
Advanced Auto Tracking AF
The Auto Tracking AF function uses motion analysis to ensure that the subject is in crisp clear focus - even when moving. Press the release button half way down, to fix the focus, onto your subject, and then as soon as you see the picture you want, simply press all the way to capture a perfectly focused image
Best Shot Function
The cameras Best Shot scene mode enables selection of the appropriate camera setting for still photos via an easy to understand sample image menu, so you'll be able to take beautiful pictures, regardless of the shooting situation or your particular photography expertise. Simply select the sample scene that resembles the type of image you are trying to record and the camera is configured automatically with the applicable recording mode, Auto Focus setting, and more
Face Detection Feature
The camera can detect faces automatically and adjusts for optimum focus and brightness to optimize the appearance of the faces in your image. The camera even follows the movement of moving subjects, which simplifies shooting images of active pets and kids
Make-up Shot
The Make-up Shot Function utilizes the cameras outstanding image processing to make the skin on faces appear smoother and reduce facial shadows caused by strong sunlight or illumination - ensuring beautiful portraits. You can select from twelve effect levels and observe the effect on the cameras LCD display while taking the photo. The EX-S12 even has a separate "Make-up Shot Button" to activate or de-activate the function quickly
Auto Shutter Functions
The Anti Blur Auto Shutter, Pan Auto Shutter, Smile Detection Auto Shutter and Self Portrait Auto Shutter functions of the EX-S12 ensures rapid focus and takes the photo automatically when the subject is ready, steady and properly framed.
  • Anti Blur Auto Shutter helps prevent shaking and blurring by taking the photograph at the precise moment when your hand or the moving subject becomes still
  • Pan Auto Shutter takes the photo automatically as soon as the moving subject becomes still in the frame or when you follow it with the camera to reduce the blurring of your moving subject.
  • Smile Detection Auto Shutter ensures that you will capture happy smiling faces by automatically triggering the cameras shutter once the subjects are smiling
  • Self Portrait Auto Shutter enables the camera to automatically trigger once the faces of the subjects are located within the frame
Dynamic Photo & Multi-motion Function
The Dynamic Photo Function lets you cut out an element from a photo which has just been taken and use another photo as the background. You can even cut out several photos from series shots and insert them to show a moving object on a still background. The Multi-Motion-Image feature enables you to capture a movement sequence in just one single photo to illustrate a basketball jump-shot or a gymnastics move - and all of this can be done right in the camera with no editing on the computer
Ultra-bright 2.7" Wide-Screen Display
The EX-S12 features an ultra-bright Super Clear LCD display that measures 2.7" and has 230,000 pixels of resolution - enabling viewing from almost any angle. The Bright LCD display also delivers unusually high contrast, giving you a particularly clear and crisp view of your subjects - even in direct sunlight
Imaging
Resolution Effective: 12.1 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 12.39 Megapixel
Sensor 1/2.3" CCD
File Formats Still Images: JPEG
Movies: AVI, MJPEG
Audio: IMA-ADPCM (monaural), WAV
Max Resolution 12MP: 4000 x 3000
Other Resolutions 8MP: 3264 x 2448
5MP: 2560 x 1920
3MP: 2048 x 1536
0.3MP: 640 x 480
4000 x 2656 @ 3:2
4000 x 2240 @ 16:9
Aspect Ratio 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Image Stabilization None
Optics
Lens 6 elements in 5 groups
EFL: 6.3-18.9mm (35mm equivalent: 36-108mm)
Aperture: f/2.8 (W) - 5.3 (T) to f/7.9
Zoom Optical: 3x
Digital: 4x
HD Zoom: 18.7x
Focus Range Auto: 15.7" (39.88 cm) - Infinity
Manual: 3.9" (9.91 cm) - Infinity
Macro: 3.9" (9.91 cm) - 19.7" (50.04 cm)
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 64-3200
Shutter Type: Charge-coupled Electronic
Speed: 1/2 - 1/2000 seconds
4 - 1/2000 min in Night Scene Mode
Exposure Metering Center-weighted, Multi, Spot
Exposure Modes Modes: Program
Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
White Balance Modes Auto, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Tungsten, Manual, Fluorescent (White), Fluorescent (Day White)
Burst Rate Not Specified By Manufacturer
Self Timer 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds 1
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Also has Triple Self-timer

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Flash
Built-in Flash Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction
Effective Flash Range Wide: 0.3 - 13.1' (0.09 - 3.99 m)
Telephoto: 1.3 - 6.8' (0.40 - 2.07 m)
External Flash Connection None
Memory
Built-in Memory 35.2MB
Memory Card Type SD
SDHC
Recording
Video Recording Yes, NTSC/PAL
Video
Video Clip Length Up to 10 Minutes
Audio Recording With Video + Voice Memo, Mono
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type None
Screen 2.7" LCD (230160 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity USB 2.0
Power
Battery NP-60 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 3.7VDC
AC Power Adapter Not Specified By Manufacturer
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 3.70 x 2.14 x 0.58" / 93.98 x 54.36 x 14.73 mm
Weight 3.9 oz / 111 g

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Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Black)
 
4.0

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4.0

Nice camera for its size

By Sports mom

from Houston, TX

About Me Photo Enthusiast

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Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Easy Setup
  • Easy to Keep Clean
  • Easy To Use
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

  • Long Lag Time

Best Uses

  • Art
  • Family Photos
  • Fun
  • Photojournalism
  • Travel

Comments about Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Black):

This is a great little camera with lots of the same features as on my digital SLR. It is very easy to use. The screen has very good resolution. I can take high speed action shots. My two complaints are that it takes about 5 seconds to write to the memory card...even with a high speed card. My previous Casio Exilim did not have this problem. And the writing on the control buttons is hard to read...could just be my old eyes.

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4.0

Super Slim, Unique Features

By JSII

from Chicago, IL

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Strong Construction

Cons

  • Long Lag Time

Best Uses

  • Family Photos
  • Fun
  • Travel

Comments about Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Black):

I've had both Exilims and Powershots, and think they are both great in their own right. If you are looking for better performance in speed and consistent quality of photos, I would say go with Canon Powershot. I decided to go back to the Casio Exilim after my Powershot died (a lot of use) and wanted to go for more features and super-slim profile. Certain aspects could definitely be better but for the price (I got it on sale for $200 here on B&H) I have been very happy so far, about a month of ownership.

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    • Canon Powershot SD1000

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    Casio -  NP-60 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (3.7V, 720mAh)
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    What's in the Box

    Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Black)
    • Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery (NP-60)
    • Lithium-ion Battery Charger
    • AC Power Cord (for Charger)
    • USB Cable
    • A/V Cable
    • Camera Strap
    • Software CD-ROM
    • User Guide
    • 1-Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
     
     
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    Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Black)

    • Price: $229.99
    • Discontinued
    • B&H # CAEXS12B
    • Mfr# EX-S12BK

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    Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Green)

    • Price: $229.99
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    • B&H # CAEXS12G
    • Mfr# EX-S12GN

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    Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Pink)

    • Price: $229.99
    • Discontinued
    • B&H # CAEXS12P
    • Mfr# EX-S12PK

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    Casio Exilim EX-S12 Digital Camera (Silver)

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    • B&H # CAEXS12S
    • Mfr# EX-S12SR

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