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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 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-ZR400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released January 2013
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Overview

Following is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Casio. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and EX-ZR400 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was announced 4 years earlier than the EX-ZR400 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the EX-ZR400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-ZR400

 EX-Z280 EX-ZR400 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Casio EX-Z280

 EX-ZR400 EX-Z280 
ReleasedJanuary 2013August 2009More modern by 41 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k115kClearer display (+346k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR400

 EX-Z280 EX-ZR400 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor 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") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR400 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 versus the EX-ZR400.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR400 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR400.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography information
Casio EX-ZR400 Portrait photography information
27
you can focus manually
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z280
Street photography with Casio EX-ZR400
55
lighter than competition in class (133g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (205 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-ZR400 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
57
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
high fps (30.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
good battery power (500 CIPA)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-ZR400 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than competition in class (133g)
has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
71
good battery power (500 per charge)
lighter than average (205 grams)
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
very long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-ZR400 as a Landscape photography camera
32
you can focus manually
quite wide (26mm)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
52
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
good battery power (500 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging advice
Casio EX-ZR400 Vlogging advice
28
quite wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (133g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic socket
33
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (205g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic support
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR400 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR400
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Casio Exilim EX-ZR400
General Information
Brand Casio Casio
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-08-31 2013-01-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Exilim Engine HS
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 24-300mm (12.5x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 115 thousand dots 461 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 30.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 4.70 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 205 gr (0.45 pounds)
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 rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 500 shots
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-80 NP-130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $180 $0