Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm XP70

Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP70, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was released 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP70 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the Fujifilm XP70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Fujifilm FinePix XP70. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Fujifilm XP70 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 provides 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) while the Fujifilm XP70 has dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the Fujifilm XP70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP70 is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm XP70.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm XP70 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.