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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(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
  • Released August 2009
Samsung WB250F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Overview

Here is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z280 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WB250F and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-Z280 scores against the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Samsung WB250F

 EX-Z280 WB250F 
Manual focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Casio EX-Z280

 WB250F EX-Z280 
ReleasedJanuary 2013August 2009Fresher by 40 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k115kClearer screen (+345k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung WB250F

 EX-Z280 WB250F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 against the WB250F.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and WB250F.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB250F to deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography details
Samsung WB250F Portrait photography details
27
focusing manually
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
36
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
includes face detection focus
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition in class (133g)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (226g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
52
amazing zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography advice
Samsung WB250F Travel photography advice
62
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
69
lighter than average (226 grams)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
long zoom (432mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography factors
Samsung WB250F Landscape photography factors
32
focusing manually
relatively wide (26mm)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
44
relatively wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging factors
Samsung WB250F Vlogging factors
28
relatively wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
35
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (226g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung WB250F
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Samsung WB250F
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Samsung WB250F
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-31 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 5cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 115k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133g (0.29 pounds) 226g (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $180 $250