Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800
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Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S1880
Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z280 versus FujiFilm S1800, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the S1800 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z280 was revealed 5 months before the S1800 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the S1800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the FujiFilm S1800
EX-Z280 | S1800 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Casio EX-Z280
S1800 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and FujiFilm S1800
EX-Z280 | S1800 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | February 2010 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1800 has specifications of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z280 versus FujiFilm S1800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z280 against the S1800.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and S1800 is 96 and 78 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and S1800.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs FujiFilm S1800 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix S1880 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
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 model | NP-80 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $180 | $180 |