Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280
93 Imaging
33 Features
19 Overall
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96 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009

Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the EX-Z280 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A800 was launched 17 months after the EX-Z280 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A800 grades versus the EX-Z280 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A800 & Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A800 Gallery & Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Casio EX-Z280
A800 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Canon A800
EX-Z280 | A800 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Casio EX-Z280
A800 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 115k | ![]() | 115k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A800 features external dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z280 has specifications of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A800 compared to the EX-Z280.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and EX-Z280 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A800 and EX-Z280.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern A800 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A800 vs Casio EX-Z280 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot A800 | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 3 | - |
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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 115k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 | 300 shots | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-80 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $90 | $180 |