Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2010

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the L22 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was brought out 5 months before the L22 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z280 grades against the L22 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Nikon Coolpix L22. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Nikon L22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon L22
EX-Z280 | L22 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Casio EX-Z280
L22 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon L22
EX-Z280 | L22 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2010 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z280 against the L22.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and L22 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and L22.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files however you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L22 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix L22 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix L22 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 183 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $180 | $130 |