Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS40

Below is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was launched 5 years prior to the ZS40 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z280 matches up against the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 offers 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) while the Panasonic ZS40 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the ZS40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and ZS40 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and ZS40.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.