Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S2000HD

Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S2000HD, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was unveiled 8 months later than the Fujifilm S2000HD and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S2000HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z280 grades against the Fujifilm S2000HD when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with external 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) whilst the Fujifilm S2000HD has proportions of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S2000HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z280 against the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S2000HD is 96 and 75 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S2000HD.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z280 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.