Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800 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 - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 399g - 119 x 78 x 50mm
- Introduced November 2013

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-Z280 was brought out 5 years before the P7800 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the P7800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Nikon Coolpix P7800. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Nikon P7800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon P7800
EX-Z280 | P7800 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P7800 over the Casio EX-Z280
P7800 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 51 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+806k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon P7800
EX-Z280 | P7800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys 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) and the Nikon P7800 has measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon P7800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the P7800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and P7800 is 96 and 82 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and P7800.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The EX-Z280 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The older EX-Z280 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon P7800 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Nikon |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2013-11-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.0-4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (25p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 399g (0.88 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 119 x 78 x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 200 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $550 |