Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-Z280 was launched 8 months later than the FS25 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z280 scores against the FS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic FS25
| EX-Z280 | FS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2009 | January 2009 | More recent by 8 months | |
| Manually focus | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Casio EX-Z280
| FS25 | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FS25
| EX-Z280 | FS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 has got 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 Panasonic FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the FS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and FS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and FS25.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent EX-Z280 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2009-01-27 |
| Physical type | 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 surface 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 148g (0.33 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $180 | $230 |