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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(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
Fujifilm Z35
(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
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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").

Photography Glossary

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.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Fujifilm Z35

 EX-Z280 Fujifilm Z35 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen size2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Casio EX-Z280

 Fujifilm Z35 EX-Z280 
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z35

 EX-Z280 Fujifilm Z35 
IntroducedAugust 2009July 2009Same age
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z280
Portrait photography with Fujifilm Z35
27
manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
19
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography info
Fujifilm Z35 Street photography info
55
lighter than average in class (133 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
54
lighter than competition (125g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm Z35 Sports photography advice
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm Z35 as a Travel photography camera
62
lighter than average in class (133g)
flash built-in
fairly wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
56
lighter than competition (125g)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography information
Fujifilm Z35 Landscape photography information
32
manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
22
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm Z35 as a Vlogging camera
28
fairly wide (26mm)
lighter than average in class (133 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic port
25
lighter than competition (125 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic jack
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Fujifilm Z35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Fujifilm Z35
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Fujifilm FinePix Z35
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