Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010
96 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
28
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 6010

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus 6010, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was released 2 months later than the 6010 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the 6010 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Olympus 6010
EX-Z280 | 6010 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Casio EX-Z280
6010 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus 6010
EX-Z280 | 6010 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys outside 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 Olympus 6010 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus 6010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 against the 6010.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and 6010 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and 6010.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 6010 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 |
Also referred to as | - | mju Tough 6010 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2009-07-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1/4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 179g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 | LI-50C |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $180 | $0 |