Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic TS25, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z280 was announced 4 years earlier than the TS25 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-Z280 scores versus the TS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic TS25
EX-Z280 | TS25 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Casio EX-Z280
TS25 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | August 2009 | Fresher by 40 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic TS25
EX-Z280 | TS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 features 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) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic TS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the TS25.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and TS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and TS25.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS25 to give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lb) | 144 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 type | - | 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 | One | One |
Launch cost | $180 | $180 |