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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Olympus SP-600 UZ front
Portability
69
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ 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
Olympus SP-600 UZ
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
  • 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Replaced the Olympus SP-590 UZ
  • Updated by Olympus SP-610UZ
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus SP-600 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was launched 5 months prior to the SP-600 UZ which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the SP-600 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ

 EX-Z280 SP-600 UZ 

Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Casio EX-Z280

 SP-600 UZ EX-Z280 
Screen resolution230k115kClearer screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus SP-600 UZ

 EX-Z280 SP-600 UZ 
ReleasedAugust 2009February 2010Similar age
Manual focus More exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 has outer 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) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus SP-600 UZ in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the SP-600 UZ.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and SP-600 UZ is 96 and 69 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and SP-600 UZ.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should always consider the age of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography highlights
Olympus SP-600 UZ Portrait photography highlights
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography information
Olympus SP-600 UZ Street photography information
55
lighter than competition (133 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
36
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography factors
Olympus SP-600 UZ Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
31
excellent zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography highlights
Olympus SP-600 UZ Travel photography highlights
62
lighter than competition (133g)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (420mm)
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography highlights
Olympus SP-600 UZ Landscape photography highlights
32
you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
29
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging information
Olympus SP-600 UZ Vlogging information
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (133g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
20
rather wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus SP-600 UZ
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Olympus SP-600 UZ
General Information
Make Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Olympus SP-600 UZ
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-31 2010-02-02
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 143
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 28-420mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.5-5.4
Macro focus distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 115k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 1/2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.20 m 3.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
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) 455 gr (1.00 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6")
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 model NP-80 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (12 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $180 $189