Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Revealed September 2012

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR1000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Casio. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and EX-ZR1000 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was announced 4 years before the EX-ZR1000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the EX-ZR1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
EX-Z280 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Casio EX-Z280
EX-ZR1000 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+346k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR1000
EX-Z280 | EX-ZR1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR1000 has dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the EX-ZR1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR1000 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR1000.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to produce extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR1000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Casio |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2012-09-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 115 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 255g (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 life | - | 470 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $572 |