Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm XP30

Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the Fujifilm XP30 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the Fujifilm XP30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 features exterior measurements 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 XP30 has dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the Fujifilm XP30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP30 is 96 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP30.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm XP30 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.