Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Casio EX-Z280
EX-FC150 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-FC150
EX-Z280 | EX-FC150 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Casio EX-Z280
EX-FC150 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Released | November 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC150 vs Casio EX-Z280 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | |
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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 |