Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280/Casio-EX-Z280-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5/Panasonic-SZ5-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Released July 2012
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z280 was introduced 3 years earlier than the SZ5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z280 matches up against the SZ5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic SZ5
EX-Z280 | SZ5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Casio EX-Z280
SZ5 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic SZ5
EX-Z280 | SZ5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 features 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) while the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic SZ5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the SZ5.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 size comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and SZ5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and SZ5.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ5 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2012-07-18 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
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 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 136 grams (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $180 | $195 |