Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 392g - 119 x 73 x 50mm
- Introduced May 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon P7100

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 versus Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is fairly similar but the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z280 was brought out 4 years earlier than the P7700 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z280 scores against the P7700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Nikon Coolpix P7700. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Nikon P7700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon P7700
EX-Z280 | P7700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P7700 over the Casio EX-Z280
P7700 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Introduced | May 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 45 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+806k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon P7700
EX-Z280 | P7700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 has external measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon P7700 has dimensions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z280 versus Nikon P7700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the P7700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and P7700 is 96 and 82 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and P7700.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same MP but different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z280 offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix P7700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix P7700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2013-05-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.0-4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 10.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 392 grams (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 119 x 73 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 191 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $499 |