Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon L26

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was manufactured 3 years before the L26 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z280 scores against the L26 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys outer measurements 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 L26 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z280 against the L26.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and L26 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and L26.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L26 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.