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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(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
Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was introduced 4 months prior to the ZR3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the ZR3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic ZR3

 EX-Z280 ZR3 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Casio EX-Z280

 ZR3 EX-Z280 
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic ZR3

 EX-Z280 ZR3 
IntroducedAugust 2009January 2010Same age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic ZR3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z280 and the ZR3.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and ZR3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and ZR3.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZR3 Portrait photography advice
27
manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZR3 Street photography factors
55
lighter than others (133g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZR3 Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
37
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography info
Panasonic ZR3 Travel photography info
62
lighter than others (133 grams)
built-in flash
quite wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
65
megapixel count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z280
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZR3
32
manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
37
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z280
Vlogging with Panasonic ZR3
28
quite wide (26mm)
lighter than others (133 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
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reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic ZR3
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
General Information
Brand Name Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
Otherwise known as - Lumix DMC-ZX3
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-31 2010-01-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine HD II
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 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 115k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 lbs) 159 gr (0.35 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $180 $280