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Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280

Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC150
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
  • 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
  • Launched November 2009
Casio EX-Z280
(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
  • Released August 2009
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Overview

The following is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-FC150 versus Casio EX-Z280, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the EX-Z280 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC150 was brought out 3 months after the EX-Z280 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-FC150 scores against the EX-Z280 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Casio EX-Z280

 EX-FC150 EX-Z280 
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-FC150

 EX-Z280 EX-FC150 

Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Casio EX-Z280

 EX-FC150 EX-Z280 
ReleasedNovember 2009August 2009Same generation
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC150 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z280 has specifications of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FC150 versus Casio EX-Z280 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-FC150 compared to the EX-Z280.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and EX-Z280 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and EX-Z280.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z280 to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC150
Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z280
26
manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
27
you can focus manually
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Street photography advice
Casio EX-Z280 Street photography advice
55
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
55
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Sports photography information
Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography information
30
max frames per second high (40.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography highlights
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
62
lighter than competitors in class (133g)
flash built-in
relatively wide (26mm)
no Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Landscape photography highlights
Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography highlights
31
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
32
you can focus manually
relatively wide (26mm)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Vlogging details
Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging details
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
28
relatively wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC150 and Casio EX-Z280
 Casio Exilim EX-FC150Casio Exilim EX-Z280
General Information
Company Casio Casio
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC150 Casio Exilim EX-Z280
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-11-16 2009-08-31
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
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 10MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-185mm (5.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.6-4.5 f/2.6-5.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 115 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 40.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 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)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 173 gr (0.38 lb) 133 gr (0.29 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-40 NP-80
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $350 $180