Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Key Specs
(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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Casio. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and EX-ZR700 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was brought out 4 years earlier than the EX-ZR700 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-Z280 scores vs the EX-ZR700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Casio Exilim EX-ZR700. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Casio EX-ZR700
EX-Z280 | EX-ZR700 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Casio EX-Z280
EX-ZR700 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 41 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+807k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR700
EX-Z280 | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 features outer 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) and the Casio EX-ZR700 has dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z280 and Casio EX-ZR700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z280 against the EX-ZR700.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR700 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and EX-ZR700.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Casio EX-ZR700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Casio |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
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 images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 115k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 photographs |
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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $180 | $370 |