Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm S9400W

The following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S9400W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was introduced 5 years prior to the Fujifilm S9400W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-Z280 grades against the Fujifilm S9400W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Fujifilm FinePix S9400W. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Fujifilm S9400W Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm S9400W has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z280 against the Fujifilm S9400W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S9400W is 96 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm S9400W.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S9400W to show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.