Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched June 2010
- Also referred to as WB650

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was brought out 9 months earlier than the HZ35W so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Samsung HZ35W
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Casio EX-Z280
HZ35W | EX-Z280 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 9 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+499k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung HZ35W
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z280 versus the HZ35W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and HZ35W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and HZ35W.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also Known as | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2010-06-16 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 ID | NP-80 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $180 | $300 |