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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
Portability
75
Imaging
33
Features
26
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(Full Review)
  • 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
  • Released August 2009
Fujifilm S8100fd
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview

Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-Z280 versus Fujifilm S8100fd, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was launched 8 months after the Fujifilm S8100fd so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the Fujifilm S8100fd in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 EX-Z280 Fujifilm S8100fd 
LaunchedAugust 2009January 2009More modern by 8 months
Display sizing2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Casio EX-Z280

 Fujifilm S8100fd EX-Z280 
Display resolution230k115kSharper display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S8100fd

 EX-Z280 Fujifilm S8100fd 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 has got 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 S8100fd has measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 versus Fujifilm S8100fd in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 96 and 75 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer EX-Z280 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography info
Fujifilm S8100fd Portrait photography info
27
manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
focusing manually
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography highlights
Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography highlights
55
lighter than competitors in class (133g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
48
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography factors
Fujifilm S8100fd Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
33
great zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography info
Fujifilm S8100fd Travel photography info
62
lighter than competitors in class (133g)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
53
built-in flash
rather wide (27mm)
great reach (486mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography info
Fujifilm S8100fd Landscape photography info
32
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
35
focusing manually
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5")
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm S8100fd Vlogging factors
28
really wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone support
24
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic port
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S8100fd
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd
General Information
Manufacturer Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-31 2009-01-15
Body design Compact Compact
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 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/2.8-4.5
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800))
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 lbs) 405 grams (0.89 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" 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 shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $180 $300