Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced June 2009
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe EX-Z280 was announced 3 months after the W80 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z280 matches up against the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Pentax W80
EX-Z280 | W80 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Casio EX-Z280
W80 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Pentax W80
EX-Z280 | W80 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | June 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with outer dimensions 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 Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the W80.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and W80 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and W80.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2009-06-25 |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (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 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $250 |