Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300
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34 Features
21 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305

Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Casio EX-Z280 and FujiFilm JZ300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the JZ300 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was brought out 5 months earlier than the JZ300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 grades against the JZ300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and FujiFilm FinePix JZ300. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the FujiFilm JZ300
EX-Z280 | JZ300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Casio EX-Z280
JZ300 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and FujiFilm JZ300
EX-Z280 | JZ300 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 offers outer 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) whilst the FujiFilm JZ300 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z280 and FujiFilm JZ300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the JZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and JZ300 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and JZ300.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm JZ300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix JZ305 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-31 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
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 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 2.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 grams (0.29 lbs) | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $180 | $180 |