Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX580

Lets look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was unveiled 8 months after the FX580 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the FX580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FX580 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the FX580.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and FX580 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and FX580.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-Z280 will have an edge in sensor innovation.