Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30
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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)
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS35
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z280 was unveiled 4 years before the ZS30 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-Z280 matches up against the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic ZS30
EX-Z280 | ZS30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Casio EX-Z280
ZS30 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 40 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+805k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic ZS30
EX-Z280 | ZS30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z280 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the ZS30.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 size comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and ZS30 is 96 and 92 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and ZS30.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to offer you extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS30-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 ZS30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 198g (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $180 | $250 |