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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6300 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
35
Overall
37

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(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
  • Released August 2009
Nikon S6300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
  • Introduced February 2012
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and S6300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was revealed 3 years before the S6300 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the S6300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Nikon S6300

 EX-Z280 S6300 
Manual focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Casio EX-Z280

 S6300 EX-Z280 
IntroducedFebruary 2012August 2009More modern by 29 months
Screen resolution230k115kSharper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S6300

 EX-Z280 S6300 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S6300 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the S6300.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and S6300 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and S6300.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S6300 to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography features
Nikon S6300 Portrait photography features
27
has manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
34
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S6300 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competitors (133 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography factors
Nikon S6300 Sports photography factors
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
44
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography factors
Nikon S6300 Travel photography factors
62
lighter than competitors (133 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
68
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S6300 Landscape photography factors
32
has manual focus
rather wide (26mm)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
38
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S6300 as a Vlogging camera
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors (133 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
34
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone port
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Nikon S6300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Nikon S6300
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Nikon Coolpix S6300
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Nikon
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Nikon Coolpix S6300
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-31 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 64 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
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 speed - 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.20 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
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) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133g (0.29 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 230 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-80 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $180 $200