Clicky

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
35
Overall
35

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Key Specs

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
  • Revealed August 2009
Casio EX-ZR10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
  • Launched September 2010
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Casio. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the EX-ZR10 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z280 was brought out 12 months prior to the EX-ZR10 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the EX-ZR10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-ZR10

 EX-Z280 EX-ZR10 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Casio EX-Z280

 EX-ZR10 EX-Z280 
LaunchedSeptember 2010August 2009Newer by 12 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k115kCrisper screen (+346k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR10

 EX-Z280 EX-ZR10 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR10 has proportions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the EX-ZR10.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z280
Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR10
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
27
focusing manually
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z280
Street photography with Casio EX-ZR10
55
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
56
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-ZR10 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
34
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography info
Casio EX-ZR10 Travel photography info
62
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
57
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography factors
Casio EX-ZR10 Landscape photography factors
32
manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
41
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z280
Vlogging with Casio EX-ZR10
28
pretty wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors in class (133g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of microphone socket
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR10
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Casio Exilim EX-ZR10
General Information
Brand Casio Casio
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Casio Exilim EX-ZR10
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-31 2010-09-20
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Exilim Engine HS
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 28-196mm (7.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 115k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) 176 grams (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1")
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-80 NP-110
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $180 $190