Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung ST80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was unveiled 4 months earlier than the ST80 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the ST80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Samsung ST80. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Samsung ST80
EX-Z280 | ST80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Casio EX-Z280
ST80 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung ST80
EX-Z280 | ST80 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with outer 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 ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung ST80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z280 against the ST80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and ST80.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung ST80 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Samsung ST80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 118g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $249 |