Casio EX-FS10 vs Casio EX-Z280

The following is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-FS10 and Casio EX-Z280, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Casio. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and EX-Z280 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FS10 was announced 7 months earlier than the EX-Z280 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-FS10 scores versus the EX-Z280 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FS10 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z280 has proportions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FS10 vs the EX-Z280.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FS10 and EX-Z280 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FS10 and EX-Z280.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Casio EX-Z280 to deliver more detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-FS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.