Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm Z30
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Casio EX-Z280
Fujifilm Z30 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 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).
Check out the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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 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.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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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 |