Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2010

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was announced 10 months earlier than the FX700 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z280 scores vs the FX700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic FX700
EX-Z280 | FX700 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Casio EX-Z280
FX700 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FX700
EX-Z280 | FX700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 against the FX700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and FX700 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and FX700.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FX700 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 7.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
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 | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 176 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $180 | $399 |