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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
  • Announced August 2009
Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2009
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was introduced very close to the S1000pj so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z280 scores against the S1000pj when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon S1000pj

 EX-Z280 S1000pj 
Manually focus Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Casio EX-Z280

 S1000pj EX-Z280 
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S1000pj

 EX-Z280 S1000pj 
RevealedAugust 2009August 2009Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 has external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Nikon S1000pj in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the S1000pj.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and S1000pj is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and S1000pj.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography advice
27
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography info
Nikon S1000pj Street photography info
55
lighter than others (133 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
34
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography info
Nikon S1000pj Travel photography info
62
lighter than others (133g)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
57
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography details
Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography details
32
you can focus manually
fairly wide (26mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
32
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S1000pj as a Vlogging camera
28
fairly wide (26mm)
lighter than others (133g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic jack
28
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S1000pj
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
General Information
Brand Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Nikon Coolpix S1000pj
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-08-31 2009-08-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.20 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 lb) 175 grams (0.39 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-80 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $180 $289