Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009
(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
- Announced August 2009

Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Casio EX-FC100 and Casio EX-Z280, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Casio. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and EX-Z280 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was revealed 7 months before the EX-Z280 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-FC100 grades versus the EX-Z280 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Casio EX-Z280
EX-FC100 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-FC100
EX-Z280 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Casio EX-Z280
EX-FC100 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC100 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z280 has measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Casio EX-FC100 and Casio EX-Z280 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 against the EX-Z280.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and EX-Z280 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC100 and EX-Z280.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to produce greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Casio EX-Z280 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Casio |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 model | NP-40 | NP-80 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $180 |