Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX78
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX78 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-Z280 was revealed 17 months before the FX78 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z280 scores versus the FX78 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic FX78
| EX-Z280 | FX78 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Casio EX-Z280
| FX78 | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FX78
| EX-Z280 | FX78 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 has got 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) and the Panasonic FX78 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z280 against the FX78.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and FX78 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and FX78.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
| Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2011-01-25 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.20 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 life | - | 200 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-80 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $180 | $210 |