Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Updated by Panasonic TS2

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was launched 8 months after the TS1 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 matches up against the TS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic TS1
EX-Z280 | TS1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Casio EX-Z280
TS1 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic TS1
EX-Z280 | TS1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 versus the TS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and TS1.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-Z280 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) | 189 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 ID | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $180 | $380 |