Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm JZ100

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm JZ100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was launched 3 years before the Fujifilm JZ100 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the Fujifilm JZ100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm JZ100 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm JZ100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the Fujifilm JZ100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm JZ100 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm JZ100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm JZ100 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.