Casio EX-Z16 vs Casio EX-Z280

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-Z16 vs Casio EX-Z280, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the EX-Z280 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z16 was manufactured 13 months after the EX-Z280 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z16 matches up against the EX-Z280 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 features outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z280 has dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Casio EX-Z280 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the EX-Z280.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and EX-Z280 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and EX-Z280.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger EX-Z16 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.