Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30 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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Released July 2009

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm J30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was unveiled 2 months after the Fujifilm J30 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-Z280 grades against the Fujifilm J30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Fujifilm FinePix J30. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Fujifilm J30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm J30
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Casio EX-Z280
Fujifilm J30 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm J30
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm J30 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm J30 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm J30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 against the Fujifilm J30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm J30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm J30.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm J30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix J30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.9-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $150 |