Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced July 2009

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was brought out 2 months later than the Fujifilm Z35 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the Fujifilm Z35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Fujifilm FinePix Z35. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Fujifilm Z35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm Z35
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Casio EX-Z280
Fujifilm Z35 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z35
EX-Z280 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 has external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z35 has measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the Fujifilm Z35.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z35 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z35.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-Z280 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-31 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 3s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $130 |