Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced May 2009
- Also referred to as mju 9000
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z280 was released 4 months after the 9000 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the 9000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Olympus 9000
EX-Z280 | 9000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Casio EX-Z280
9000 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus 9000
EX-Z280 | 9000 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | May 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus 9000 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the 9000.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and 9000 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and 9000.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 9000 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Olympus Stylus 9000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Olympus Stylus 9000 |
Also Known as | - | mju 9000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 225 grams (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $300 |