Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB30F

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was released 4 years earlier than the WB30F which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z280 and Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the WB30F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and WB30F.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.