Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 320 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
- Revealed August 2000
- Successor is Fujifilm S2 Pro

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S1 Pro, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z280 was unveiled 9 years later than the Fujifilm S1 Pro and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z280 scores vs the Fujifilm S1 Pro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm S1 Pro
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | August 2000 | Fresher by 111 months |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the Casio EX-Z280
Fujifilm S1 Pro | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 200k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+85k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S1 Pro
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm S1 Pro | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1 Pro has sizing of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S1 Pro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 96 and 56 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S1 Pro.
Clearly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z280 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-Z280 will produce greater detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z280 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2000-08-08 |
Body design | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3040 x 2016 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 320 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 200k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 90 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/125 secs |
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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 820g (1.81 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 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 | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $180 | $2,000 |