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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
46
Overall
39

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 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
  • Introduced August 2009
Casio EX-ZR100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released July 2011
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 Overview

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the EX-ZR100 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was launched 22 months earlier than the EX-ZR100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the EX-ZR100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 EX-Z280 EX-ZR100 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Casio EX-Z280

 EX-ZR100 EX-Z280 
ReleasedJuly 2011August 2009More modern by 22 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k115kClearer screen (+346k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR100

 EX-Z280 EX-ZR100 
Focus manually More precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR100 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 and the EX-ZR100.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR100 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR100.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z280
Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR100
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focusing manually
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
29
you can focus manually
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Street photography camera
Casio EX-ZR100 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition (133g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (204 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography advice
Casio EX-ZR100 Sports photography advice
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
46
excellent zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast shooting (40.0 frames/s)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking autofocus
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-ZR100 as a Travel photography camera
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lighter than competition (133 grams)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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lighter than competition (204g)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
no Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-ZR100 as a Landscape photography camera
32
focusing manually
rather wide (26mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
43
you can focus manually
fairly wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging highlights
Casio EX-ZR100 Vlogging highlights
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (133 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
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fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (204 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR100
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Casio Exilim EX-ZR100
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Casio
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-08-31 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 24-300mm (12.5x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus range 5cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 115 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 15s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 40.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.20 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133 gr (0.29 lb) 204 gr (0.45 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $180 $300