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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
  • Launched August 2009
Fujifilm Z30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
  • Revealed February 2009
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was announced 7 months after the Fujifilm Z30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the Fujifilm Z30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm Z30

 EX-Z280 Fujifilm Z30 
RevealedAugust 2009February 2009More modern by 7 months
Manual focus Very precise focus

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Casio EX-Z280

 Fujifilm Z30 EX-Z280 
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30

 EX-Z280 Fujifilm Z30 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z30 has sizing of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 and the Fujifilm Z30.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to result in greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z280 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm Z30 Portrait photography features
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manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z280
Street photography with Fujifilm Z30
55
lighter than competition (133g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
55
lighter than average (110g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z280
Sports photography with Fujifilm Z30
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography factors
Fujifilm Z30 Travel photography factors
62
lighter than competition (133g)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
56
lighter than average (110 grams)
has built in flash
no Timelapse recording
low megapixels (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Landscape photography camera
32
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm Z30 as a Vlogging camera
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really wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (133 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
25
lighter than average (110 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Fujifilm FinePix Z30
General Information
Make Casio FujiFilm
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Fujifilm FinePix Z30
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-31 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface 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
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing range 5cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 3 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133g (0.29 lb) 110g (0.24 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 NP-45
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $180 $150