Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon 1 J1

Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon 1 J1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the 1 J1 (10MP) is very close but the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and 1 J1 (1") provide different sensor size.

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The EX-Z280 was introduced 3 years prior to the 1 J1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 J1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the 1 J1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Nikon 1 J1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the 1 J1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and 1 J1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and 1 J1.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z280 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-Z280 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind in sensor tech.