Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30
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35 Features
21 Overall
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Released February 2012
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Here, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the S30 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z280 was launched 3 years before the S30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-Z280 scores against the S30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Nikon Coolpix S30. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon S30
| EX-Z280 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Casio EX-Z280
| S30 | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2012 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S30
| EX-Z280 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys outside 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) and the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z280 against the S30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and S30.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z280 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Casio EX-Z280 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Nikon |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2012-02-01 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.5fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.20 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| 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 life | - | 240 photos |
| Style of battery | - | AA |
| Battery ID | NP-80 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $180 | $119 |
