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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(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
  • Released August 2009
Olympus 8000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
  • Released July 2009
  • Additionally Known as mju Tough 8000
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z280 versus Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z280 was introduced 3 months later than the 8000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z280 scores vs the 8000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Olympus 8000

 EX-Z280 8000 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Casio EX-Z280

 8000 EX-Z280 
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus 8000

 EX-Z280 8000 
ReleasedAugust 2009July 2009Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has sizing of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Olympus 8000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 and the 8000.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and 8000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and 8000.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography details
Olympus 8000 Portrait photography details
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography highlights
Olympus 8000 Street photography highlights
55
lighter than others (133 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography factors
Olympus 8000 Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography features
Olympus 8000 Travel photography features
62
lighter than others (133 grams)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
61
weather sealing
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low resolution (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus 8000 as a Landscape photography camera
32
you can focus manually
decently wide (26mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
35
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging factors
Olympus 8000 Vlogging factors
28
decently wide (26mm)
lighter than others (133g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Olympus 8000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Olympus 8000
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Olympus
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Olympus Stylus Tough 8000
Also Known as - mju Tough 8000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-31 2009-07-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.5-5.1
Macro focusing distance 5cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder 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
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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 file 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) 182 grams (0.40 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 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 One One
Pricing at release $180 $380