Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2012

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was announced 3 years before the S3300 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z280 scores versus the S3300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Nikon Coolpix S3300. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Nikon S3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon S3300
EX-Z280 | S3300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Casio EX-Z280
S3300 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 29 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S3300
EX-Z280 | S3300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has outer 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 S3300 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the S3300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and S3300 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and S3300.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S3300 to deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 180 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $180 | $99 |