Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800
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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 Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Launched September 2011
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z280 versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z280 was revealed 24 months prior to the MV800 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z280 scores versus the MV800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Samsung MV800. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Samsung MV800
EX-Z280 | MV800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Casio EX-Z280
MV800 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+345k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung MV800
EX-Z280 | MV800 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z280 versus Samsung MV800 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z280 and the MV800.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 size comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Samsung-MV800-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and MV800 is 96 and 97 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Samsung-MV800-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and MV800.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung MV800 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Samsung-MV800-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z280-vs-Samsung-MV800-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 Samsung MV800 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Samsung MV800 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 115k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
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 (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Micro SD |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $180 | $499 |